Rufus Bess
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Position: DB
Date of Birth: September 13, 1956
Height / Weight: 5'9" / 184 lbs
First Team: OAK (1979)
Last Team: MIN (1987)
Career Summary
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
Rufus Bess - NFL Career Overview
Date of Birth: September 13, 1956Position: Defensive Back (DB)
Career Timeline
- Oakland Raiders (OAK) - 1979
- Buffalo Bills (BUF) - 1980-1983
- Minnesota Vikings (MIN) - 1984-1987
Career Highlights and Accomplishments
- Rufus Bess played a versatile role in the defensive backfield during his time in the NFL.
- He was known for his strong tackling ability and coverage skills, contributing to the defenses of the teams he played for.
- Bess had a significant impact on the Buffalo Bills during the early 1980s, a period when the team was building toward future successes.
- He was part of the Minnesota Vikings during a time when the team was consistently competitive in the NFC.
Post-NFL Career
Information on Rufus Bess’s activities after his NFL career is limited, but his contributions to the teams he played for have been remembered by fans and analysts alike.
Legacy
While not as widely known as some of his contemporaries, Rufus Bess’s dedication on the field and his role in the defensive units of the teams he played for mark him as a respected figure in NFL history.
Source: gpt-4o-mini
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