Sunday, June 14, 2015

1975 Profile: Winston Hill

Offensive Tackle
No. 75
Texas Southern
"Hill had one of his finest seasons ever as a pro, according to the entire Jet coaching staff, despite being overlooked for the Pro Bowl. He has always been noted for his ability to pass protect for Joe Namath and in 1974 he improved his run blocking to a high level of efficiency. Winston was outstanding throughout the 1974 campaign, especially against Houston and San Diego who presented strong rush lines to contend with.
Winston has made eight All-Star appearances in his 12 years to date and has established himself as one of the premier offensive linemen in the NFL. He was honored by his teammates as a co-captain of the offense in 1973 and has played both sides of the line for the Jets, switching from left tackle to right tackle in 1971. Winston has never missed a game, now owning a streak of 167 consecutive appearances.
The Jets have always been noted for running behind his blocking, a tribute to his skills. He experimented with a lower weight a few years ago, but now has returned to the 275-280 range.
Hill won press acclaim for his work against Ordell Braase and Ben Davidson during the 1968 championship games. He came to the Jets in 1963 as a free agent after Baltimore and Weeb Ewbank had drafted him in the 11th round of the '63 NFL draft.
Hill was a Texas high school state tennis champion from Weldon High for three years (1957-59). Weldon also won the district grid crown in each of his four years on the team. Winston is very active in religion and with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. He did work for the government in St. Croix, V.I. during the off-season.
Winston makes his off-season home in Englewood, Colorado. His hometown is Gladewater, Texas."

-The New York Jets Official 1975 Yearbook

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