Monday, February 25, 2019

1977 Profile: Robert Woods

Offensive Tackle
No. 72
Tennessee State
"Hampered last year by a series of injuries, Robert had off-season surgery for bone spurs in his ankle. Medical reports indicate he should be fully recovered.
Robert became a regular at left tackle as a rookie and started 40 straight games until a sprained knee and ankle problems sidelined him for four games last year. He started the final eight games.
'His best years should be just ahead of him,' says head coach Walt Michaels. 'He's been held back by nagging injuries but he plays with pain. He comes off the ball well and is an adequate pass protector.' Woods had his best year in 1975. He has good size and strength.
Woods was coached by the Jets' staff in the Senior Bowl following the 1972 season. He made AP Little All-America and played in the College All-Star Game. He played on three championship teams at Tennessee State.
A student teacher in the off-season, his brother Larry was a defensive tackle for the Jets in 1974 and '75. Robert's birthplace is Florence, Alabama and his hometown is Rogersville, Alabama."

-1977 New York Jets Media Guide

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