Middle Linebacker
Free Agent
Drexel
"Shubert was signed as a free agent on the recommendation of Jets linebacker coach Walt Michaels. He was signed by the Eagles as a free agent in 1974 and spent the season as a member of the taxi squad. Ed was waived in 1975 with five veteran linebackers ahead of him, yet played in two preseason games, starting and playing the entire game at Pittsburgh in his hometown. He made nine tackles in two quarters.
He captained Drexel's last NCAA varsity football team and was named small college All-East as middle linebacker. Ed once produced 20 solo tackles, three quarterback sacks, a pass interception and a blocked field goal in a single game.
Ed holds a B.S. in accounting and was named the outstanding senior in Drexel's business administration curriculum. He works for an accounting firm in the off-season while earning his CPA certification.
He played baseball, football, volleyball and ran track in high school. His hometown is Pittsburgh, PA."
-1976 New York Jets Media Guide
Sunday, November 27, 2016
Thursday, November 17, 2016
1976 Free Agent Profile: James Scott
Wide Receiver
Free Agent
Henderson JC
"Scott was signed as a free agent in 1975 but missed the entire season with an eye injury. He was drafted eighth in 1974 and spent that year with the World Football League's Chicago Fire. Before a knee injury sidelined him, Scott led the WFL in receiving for eight weeks with 52 catches for 755 yards, eight touchdowns and a 14.5 average. He eventually finshed tied for eighth.
He boasts 4.5 speed and good size for a receiver. He has been compared to Paul Warfield by coaches and scouts, but needs consistency and a break from the injury jinx.
Scott spent two years at Henderson JC. All-conference in 1970 and 1971, he caught 47 passes in '70 and 53 in '71. He majored in physical education.
His hometown is Gladewater, Texas."
-1976 New York Jets Media Guide
Free Agent
Henderson JC
"Scott was signed as a free agent in 1975 but missed the entire season with an eye injury. He was drafted eighth in 1974 and spent that year with the World Football League's Chicago Fire. Before a knee injury sidelined him, Scott led the WFL in receiving for eight weeks with 52 catches for 755 yards, eight touchdowns and a 14.5 average. He eventually finshed tied for eighth.
He boasts 4.5 speed and good size for a receiver. He has been compared to Paul Warfield by coaches and scouts, but needs consistency and a break from the injury jinx.
Scott spent two years at Henderson JC. All-conference in 1970 and 1971, he caught 47 passes in '70 and 53 in '71. He majored in physical education.
His hometown is Gladewater, Texas."
-1976 New York Jets Media Guide
Friday, November 11, 2016
1976 Free Agent Profile: Ken Schroy
Strong Safety
Free Agent
Maryland
"Signed as a free agent, Schroy was drafted 10th by the Eagles in 1975 but injuries hampered his attempt with Philadelphia. With surprising speed and size, he's a natural for the safety position but needs experience and an injury-free preseason.
Schroy was a three-year starter in college, intercepted 10 passes and returned for a total of 165 yards. He averaged 38.3 yards punting as a sophomore and also returned punts and kickoffs. A two-time ACC back of the week, he played in the Peach and Liberty Bowls and on the 1974 ACC championship team.
Schroy holds a college degree in recreation. He scored 27 touchdowns and gained 1,337 yards as a prep runner at Quakertown High in his hometown of Quakertown, PA."
-1976 New York Jets Media Guide
Free Agent
Maryland
"Signed as a free agent, Schroy was drafted 10th by the Eagles in 1975 but injuries hampered his attempt with Philadelphia. With surprising speed and size, he's a natural for the safety position but needs experience and an injury-free preseason.
Schroy was a three-year starter in college, intercepted 10 passes and returned for a total of 165 yards. He averaged 38.3 yards punting as a sophomore and also returned punts and kickoffs. A two-time ACC back of the week, he played in the Peach and Liberty Bowls and on the 1974 ACC championship team.
Schroy holds a college degree in recreation. He scored 27 touchdowns and gained 1,337 yards as a prep runner at Quakertown High in his hometown of Quakertown, PA."
-1976 New York Jets Media Guide
1976 Rookie Profile: Jack DeMartinis
Offensive Tackle
Free Agent
UCLA
"Signed as a free agent, DeMartinis was a starter [at UCLA] in 1975 after earning his position with four starts in 1974. A strong blocker with extreme size, he needs more speed.
His experience was earned at the strong blocker position in the Bruin system. He transferred to UCLA from Glendale JC where he also participated in track. DeMartinis was awarded UCLA's Captain Don Brown Trophy for most improved player. He was named second team All-Pacific Coast.
Jack holds a B.A. degree in economics. In high school he threw the shot put 55 feet and averaged 11 points a game in basketball. His hometown is Los Angeles."
-1976 New York Jets Media Guide
Free Agent
UCLA
"Signed as a free agent, DeMartinis was a starter [at UCLA] in 1975 after earning his position with four starts in 1974. A strong blocker with extreme size, he needs more speed.
His experience was earned at the strong blocker position in the Bruin system. He transferred to UCLA from Glendale JC where he also participated in track. DeMartinis was awarded UCLA's Captain Don Brown Trophy for most improved player. He was named second team All-Pacific Coast.
Jack holds a B.A. degree in economics. In high school he threw the shot put 55 feet and averaged 11 points a game in basketball. His hometown is Los Angeles."
-1976 New York Jets Media Guide
Friday, November 4, 2016
1976 Rookie Profile: James Richards
Running Back
7th Round
Florida
"Richards was drafted seventh with the extra pick acquired in the trade of Earlie Thomas to Buffalo (1975). He was a backup player but scouts were impressed by his speed (4.6), size (5-10, 220) and durable running. Holtz likes his 'all-around ability and desire to come into a game situation and produce.'
His career stats list 144 carries, 831 yards and four touchdowns. His receiving total include eight catches for 71 yards, and his kick return totals include 28 returns for 568 yards, a 20.3 average. Richards made appearances in the Sugar, Tangerine and Gator Bowls.
Richards majored in education and broadcasting and his career plans include pro ball and broadcasting. His hometown is Marietta, Georgia."
-1976 New York Jets Media Guide
7th Round
Florida
"Richards was drafted seventh with the extra pick acquired in the trade of Earlie Thomas to Buffalo (1975). He was a backup player but scouts were impressed by his speed (4.6), size (5-10, 220) and durable running. Holtz likes his 'all-around ability and desire to come into a game situation and produce.'
His career stats list 144 carries, 831 yards and four touchdowns. His receiving total include eight catches for 71 yards, and his kick return totals include 28 returns for 568 yards, a 20.3 average. Richards made appearances in the Sugar, Tangerine and Gator Bowls.
Richards majored in education and broadcasting and his career plans include pro ball and broadcasting. His hometown is Marietta, Georgia."
-1976 New York Jets Media Guide
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