Friday, August 19, 2016

1976 Rookie Profile: Steve King

Offensive Tackle
5th Round
Michigan
"Drafted fifth, Lou Holtz calls King 'a steal.' He was a possible first round selection except for knee surgery in September of 1975.
Scouts say King is a solid in-line blocker with quickness off the ball and a 'pop' on initial contact. His strongest ratings came in balance, pulling, tenacity and the ability to move off the ball. Steve ran a 5.1 40. He needs work on pass blocking.
Holtz believes 'Steve is one of the top offensive linemen in the country with the potential to start and be a 10-year NFL citizen.' Bo Schembechler says Steve 'has all the tools including attitude and willingness to work and could be a great pro player.' His honors include second team All-Big 10 in 1974, and he was a member of the Big 10 champs in 1972, 1973 and 1974.
Steve majored in business. Born in Hudson, New York, his hometown is Tiffin, Ohio."

-1976 New York Jets Media Guide

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