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Floyd Rice

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Position: LB
Date of Birth: August 31, 1949
Height / Weight: 6'3" / 223 lbs
First Team: HOU (1971)
Last Team: NO (1978)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Floyd Rice - NFL Career Overview

Position: Linebacker (LB)
Date of Birth: August 31, 1949

Career Timeline

  • Houston Oilers (HOU) - 1971
  • San Diego Chargers (SD) - 1972-1973
  • Oakland Raiders (OAK) - 1974-1975
  • New Orleans Saints (NO) - 1976-1978

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Drafted in 1971, Floyd Rice began his NFL career with the Houston Oilers, where he contributed as a rookie linebacker.
  • Played a total of 8 seasons in the NFL, showcasing versatility and durability as a linebacker.
  • Known for his defensive skills and ability to read plays, Rice helped contribute to the defenses of multiple teams throughout his career.
  • Played key roles in various defensive schemes during his tenure with the San Diego Chargers and the Oakland Raiders.
  • Finished his career with the New Orleans Saints, where he continued to demonstrate his leadership and experience on the field.

Legacy

Floyd Rice remains a part of NFL history as a player who contributed to several franchises during the formative years of professional football. His journey through the league reflects the challenges and triumphs faced by many players during that era. While not as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, Rice's dedication to the sport and his teams left a lasting impact on those who played alongside him.

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