1978 Profile: Chris Ward

Offensive Tackle

1st Round

Ohio State

Chris was a consensus first-team All-American in 1976 and 1977, and All-Big Ten for three straight seasons. During the Heisman Trophy ceremonies, he was named Offensive Lineman of the Year by the Downtown Athletic Club. A four-year letterman and three-year starter, Ward played 1,049 minutes in 44 games, the most of any player in Buckeye history.

1978 Profile: Darnell Powell

Running Back

No. 20

Chattanooga

"Powell rushed for over 1,500 yards in three years at Chattanooga. He led the team with 618 yards as a junior when he was also the top kick returner with 482 yards in 20 returns, including a 90-yarder for a touchdown. His total offense for three years neared 2,400 yards.

Darnell was the top running back taken by the Bills in the 1976 draft."

-Buffalo Bills 1976 Yearbook