Tuesday, June 21, 2016

1976 Rookie Profile: Jamie Franklin

Safety
Free Agent
Maryland
"Signed as a free agent, Jamie was a running back in college, but will be tried in the defensive backfield because of his speed and quickness.
He gained 1,383 yards and scored 12 touchdowns in his career. He did not play in 1973 and 1974 but was the third leading rusher in 1972, gaining 324 yards on 83 carries. He gained 485 yards on 98 carries with four touchdowns. Jamie is a fleet player with great strength and bench presses 250-plus.
Jamie was named All-America at Brentwood (Long Island) High School in his hometown of Brentwood, New York. He captained both the football and basketball teams."

-1976 New York Jets Media Guide

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