Sunday, July 3, 2016

1976 Rookie Profile: James Godwin

Running Back
16th Round
Fayetteville State
"Drafted 16th, Godwin was a three-year starter for the Broncos and was second in CIAA rushing in 1974 and 1975. He enjoyed his best year in 1974, gaining 1,019 yards on 177 carries for nine touchdowns. He finished 1975 with 918 yards on 171 carries for a 5.8 average with eight touchdowns.
Scouts were impressed with Godwin's tough running and leg strength but say he needs work on receiving and blocking. He had no injury problems during his very active college career- he also long jumped for the track team.
Godwin majored in business. He's the cousin of the Buffalo Braves' Bob McAdoo. His hometown is Godwin, North Carolina."

-1976 New York Jets Media Guide

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