Quarterback
No. 6
Arizona
"Demory had a Walter Mitty introduction to pro football last year, being called back when Joe Namath was injured and then stepping into a pro game for the first time against the Miami Dolphins when Al Woodall suddenly went down. He came to camp as a free agent after impressing Weeb Ewbank in film studies, was cut late in the preseason, was called back and ended up starting three games and appearing in two others.
Bill won the New England game at Foxboro using a ground-oriented offense. He completed one pass, a 12-yarder to David Knight, but it set up the winning field goal. Bill played an outstanding game against Pittsburgh a week later and nearly came away with a victory except for a fourth quarter uprising by the Steelers. He received the starting call in the home opener against Denver, but yielded to Al Woodall. Bill took over in the second quarter against the Patriots at Shea and directed a 33-13 win, throwing a 31-yard touchdown to Jerome Barkum. He hit on three of eight for 50 yards in that game.
Coach Ken Shipp says Demory learned the offense 'as quickly as anyone I've ever coached.' He needs to strengthen his arm somewhat, but he has the savvy to play the game. He's a strong leader and earned the respect of his teammates quickly.
Bill majored in public administration and works as a recreation leader during the off-season. His hometown is Phoenix, Arizona."
-The New York Jets Official 1974 Yearbook
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