Running Back
Free Agent
North Texas State
"Wyatt was signed as a free agent on the recommendation of Jets coach Joe Gardi, former head coach at Portland of the WFL. A powerful runner with surprising speed, he began his pro career in the Canadian League in 1972 and led Calgary in rushing in 1973. Robert joined the Chicago Fire of the WFL in 1974 and opened 1975 with the WFL's Chicago Winds before the club disbanded. He was picked up by Portland.
Robert's hometown is Victoria, Texas."
-1976 New York Jets Media Guide
Sunday, January 22, 2017
Monday, January 16, 2017
1976 Rookie Profile: Darwin Willie
Tight End
17th Round
Tulane
"Drafted 17th, Darwin was a two-year starter and a three-year letterman. He caught 32 passes for 480 yards and six touchdowns, including the winning touchdown in Tulane's 14-0 win over LSU in 1973.
Scouts like Darwin's speed (4.8), blocking and steady hands. His collegiate honors include Tulane's lineman of the week (1975), All-South Independent second unit and honorable mention All-Louisiana.
Darwin majored in physical education. He played high school football in Loranger, Louisiana. His hometown is Folsom, Louisiana."
-1976 New York Jets Media Guide
17th Round
Tulane
"Drafted 17th, Darwin was a two-year starter and a three-year letterman. He caught 32 passes for 480 yards and six touchdowns, including the winning touchdown in Tulane's 14-0 win over LSU in 1973.
Scouts like Darwin's speed (4.8), blocking and steady hands. His collegiate honors include Tulane's lineman of the week (1975), All-South Independent second unit and honorable mention All-Louisiana.
Darwin majored in physical education. He played high school football in Loranger, Louisiana. His hometown is Folsom, Louisiana."
-1976 New York Jets Media Guide
Tuesday, January 10, 2017
1976 Rookie Profile: Gene Williams
Cornerback
Free Agent
Grambling
"Williams was a two-year starter for a Tiger club that won 20 of 22 games over two years. He earned a scholarship as a walk-on sophomore and intercepted four passes in 1974 and 1975. A tough player against the run, Gene ran one of the fastest 40's for defensive backs during 'Rookie Weekend' (4.6).
He played football for two different New Orleans high schools and also ran track. Gene's hometown is Marrero, Louisiana."
-1976 New York Jets Media Guide
Free Agent
Grambling
"Williams was a two-year starter for a Tiger club that won 20 of 22 games over two years. He earned a scholarship as a walk-on sophomore and intercepted four passes in 1974 and 1975. A tough player against the run, Gene ran one of the fastest 40's for defensive backs during 'Rookie Weekend' (4.6).
He played football for two different New Orleans high schools and also ran track. Gene's hometown is Marrero, Louisiana."
-1976 New York Jets Media Guide
Sunday, January 8, 2017
1976 Rookie Profile: Tom Wilhelm
Running Back
Free Agent
Arkon
"Signed as a free agent, Wilhelm finished his college career third in all-time Akron rushing- he gained 2,003 yards on 298 carries with 19 touchdowns. A three-year starter at fullback, Tom rushed for 779 yards in 1975 and 680 yards in 1974.
Tom was a physical education major. He was one of eight children. His hometown is Lorraine, Ohio."
-1976 New York Jets Media Guide
Free Agent
Arkon
"Signed as a free agent, Wilhelm finished his college career third in all-time Akron rushing- he gained 2,003 yards on 298 carries with 19 touchdowns. A three-year starter at fullback, Tom rushed for 779 yards in 1975 and 680 yards in 1974.
Tom was a physical education major. He was one of eight children. His hometown is Lorraine, Ohio."
-1976 New York Jets Media Guide
Saturday, December 31, 2016
1976 Rookie Profile: John Whitacre
Offensive Tackle
Free Agent
Washington
"Signed as a free agent, Whitacre played both tackle and center but will be tried at tackle because of his size. His strength is good but work is needed on his speed and quickness off the ball. John joins Washington teammate James Anderson on the free agent list.
An English major, John works as a shoe salesman in the off-season. His hobbies include photography and English literature, with a special interest in Greek and Latin culture and literature. His hometown is Tacoma, Washington."
-1976 New York Jets Media Guide
Free Agent
Washington
"Signed as a free agent, Whitacre played both tackle and center but will be tried at tackle because of his size. His strength is good but work is needed on his speed and quickness off the ball. John joins Washington teammate James Anderson on the free agent list.
An English major, John works as a shoe salesman in the off-season. His hobbies include photography and English literature, with a special interest in Greek and Latin culture and literature. His hometown is Tacoma, Washington."
-1976 New York Jets Media Guide
Monday, December 26, 2016
1976 Free Agent Profile: Lincoln Welles
Punter
Free Agent
Bloomsburg State
"Welles was signed as a free agent after punting for the WFL's Philadelphia Bell in 1975. Known for his high kicks and coffin corner accuracy, he also played defensive back in spot situations.
In college in 1973, Welles led NCAA Division II with a 43.8 average and was named to the All-Eastern division team. He also played defensive back. An excellent baseball player, Lincoln was first team all-conference and ranked nationally in hitting in 1973 and 1974.
Lincoln holds a B.S. in education with a major in secondary education-social studies. He works for a milling company and as a substitute teacher in the off-season. Born in San Angelo, Texas, his hometown is Wyalusing, PA."
-1976 New York Jets Media Guide
Free Agent
Bloomsburg State
"Welles was signed as a free agent after punting for the WFL's Philadelphia Bell in 1975. Known for his high kicks and coffin corner accuracy, he also played defensive back in spot situations.
In college in 1973, Welles led NCAA Division II with a 43.8 average and was named to the All-Eastern division team. He also played defensive back. An excellent baseball player, Lincoln was first team all-conference and ranked nationally in hitting in 1973 and 1974.
Lincoln holds a B.S. in education with a major in secondary education-social studies. He works for a milling company and as a substitute teacher in the off-season. Born in San Angelo, Texas, his hometown is Wyalusing, PA."
-1976 New York Jets Media Guide
Sunday, December 18, 2016
1976 Free Agent Profile: John Taylor
Offensive Tackle
Free Agent
Pacific
"Signed as a free agent, Taylor spent 1974 and 1975 with Portland of the WFL. He converted from tight end to tackle as a pro.
He was a two-year letterman as a tight end after transferring from El Camino JC, primarily as a blocker. He caught one touchdown pass in two seasons.
John majored in psychology. He attended Mira Coast High School in Inglewood, California, his hometown."
-1976 New York Jets Media Guide
Free Agent
Pacific
"Signed as a free agent, Taylor spent 1974 and 1975 with Portland of the WFL. He converted from tight end to tackle as a pro.
He was a two-year letterman as a tight end after transferring from El Camino JC, primarily as a blocker. He caught one touchdown pass in two seasons.
John majored in psychology. He attended Mira Coast High School in Inglewood, California, his hometown."
-1976 New York Jets Media Guide
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