Cornerback-Punt Returner
No. 47
Jackson State
"He burst onto the scene last year as one of the most capable and popular players on the squad. Word was originally chosen in the draft as a kick return specialist, but quickly proved his mettle as a cornerback and made the NFL All-Rookie team.
Word became the starter at right cornerback after three and a half games and held the job the rest of the way. He ended up with two interceptions for 19 yards, both thefts coming at crucial times. His last minute grab at New England saved that game for the Jets and a week later he followed up those heroics with an instant replay to thwart the final Miami drive as the Jets won both contests. Roscoe has the good brash attitude needed to play in the defensive backfield.
Roscoe was the Jets leading punt returner as well, with 38 returns for 301 yards (7.9 average). The total of 38 is a Jet record and the 301 yards is second best in Jet annals. Drafted in the third round in 1974, Roscoe has fine speed (4.55) and loves to hit.
His wife is the sister of Don 'Slick' Watts of the Seattle Supersonics. Roscoe's hometown is Pine Bluff, Arkansas."
-The New York Jets Official 1975 Yearbook
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