Tight End
7th Round
USC
"The highly rated tight end of top-rated USC was a two-year starter for the Trojans after starting his collegiate career as a linebacker, initially at El Camino Junior College before his transfer to Southern California. A clutch performer for his two seasons with USC, the 6'2", 225-pounder concluded his collegiate career in winning fashion, including the decisive touchdown catch from Pat Haden against Ohio State in the Rose Bowl and subsequent impressive work in both the East-West Shrine Game and Senior Bowl. His prowess for catching the ball has been evident in the past two years as Jim has twice been named first team All-Pac 8 in addition to All-American mentions."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
Friday, October 30, 2015
Wednesday, October 28, 2015
1975 Rookie Profile: Robert Giblin
Defensive Back
4th Round
Houston
"A solid 6'2", 250-pounder who has clocked 4.6 in the 40, Giblin was named a first team All-American by the Sporting News and was additionally a preseason All-American selection by Playboy Magazine. A pre-med student at Houston, Giblin was also honored by his selection to the All-Academic All-American team.
In his last two seasons, Robert had eight pass interceptions for 131 yards returned, with one of those being a 52-yard touchdown return in his junior year. He also led the team in fumble recoveries for those two seasons with a total of five and doubled as a fine punt return man. He had seven returns for 113 yards in his senior year, a 16.1 average, with a long return of 51 yards.
A native of Port Neches Groves, Texas, just outside of Houston, Robert was an All-State performer in football as a two-way player, a split end on offense and a cornerback on defense as well as a linebacker. He was an outstanding golfer in high school, winning two letters in that sport."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
4th Round
Houston
"A solid 6'2", 250-pounder who has clocked 4.6 in the 40, Giblin was named a first team All-American by the Sporting News and was additionally a preseason All-American selection by Playboy Magazine. A pre-med student at Houston, Giblin was also honored by his selection to the All-Academic All-American team.
In his last two seasons, Robert had eight pass interceptions for 131 yards returned, with one of those being a 52-yard touchdown return in his junior year. He also led the team in fumble recoveries for those two seasons with a total of five and doubled as a fine punt return man. He had seven returns for 113 yards in his senior year, a 16.1 average, with a long return of 51 yards.
A native of Port Neches Groves, Texas, just outside of Houston, Robert was an All-State performer in football as a two-way player, a split end on offense and a cornerback on defense as well as a linebacker. He was an outstanding golfer in high school, winning two letters in that sport."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
Monday, October 26, 2015
1975 Rookie Profile: Danny Buggs
Wide Receiver
3rd Round
West Virginia
"This wide receiver won All-American honors in both his junior and senior seasons at West Virginia and made the Kodak All-American team as a junior. Buggs was also a two-year letterman in track with clockings of 9.5 in the 100 and 48.3 in an indoor 440-yard event. He was selected as the West Virginia Track MVP as a junior and also as the West Virginia State Amateur Athlete of the Year that same season.
Danny's statistics show a three-year harvest of 86 pass receptions for 1,796 yards and 15 touchdown receptions and a solid average-per-catch figure of 20.8. He was also used on running plays, reverses and end-arounds and in three seasons carried 36 times for 553 yards, an average of 15.3 yards per carry and six more touchdowns, and added even more lustre to his credentials by being a punt return man, showing 41 returns for 299 yards and three more touchdowns!
A native of Atlanta, Danny starred in all sports in high school in his hometown- as a running back and receiver in football and as a sprinter in track in the 100 through 440 and in relay events."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
3rd Round
West Virginia
"This wide receiver won All-American honors in both his junior and senior seasons at West Virginia and made the Kodak All-American team as a junior. Buggs was also a two-year letterman in track with clockings of 9.5 in the 100 and 48.3 in an indoor 440-yard event. He was selected as the West Virginia Track MVP as a junior and also as the West Virginia State Amateur Athlete of the Year that same season.
Danny's statistics show a three-year harvest of 86 pass receptions for 1,796 yards and 15 touchdown receptions and a solid average-per-catch figure of 20.8. He was also used on running plays, reverses and end-arounds and in three seasons carried 36 times for 553 yards, an average of 15.3 yards per carry and six more touchdowns, and added even more lustre to his credentials by being a punt return man, showing 41 returns for 299 yards and three more touchdowns!
A native of Atlanta, Danny starred in all sports in high school in his hometown- as a running back and receiver in football and as a sprinter in track in the 100 through 440 and in relay events."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
Saturday, October 24, 2015
1975 Rookie Profile: Al Simpson
Offensive Tackle
2nd Round
Colorado State
"An All-Western Athletic Conference choice, Simpson starred in this year's East-West Shrine Game in San Francisco where he attracted the attention of pro scouts.
He began his collegiate career at McCook Junior College in Nebraska before moving to Colorado State as a defensive tackle. He was switched to offensive tackle as a sophomore and started for three seasons at left tackle. Teamed with Mark Mullaney, a first round choice of the Vikings, Simpson helped Colorado State to that No. 1 ranking nationally in pass offense with solid pass blocking all season long. As a three-year letterman at Colorado State, he was also elected co-captain his senior year and displayed outstanding leadership qualities.
Born in Pittsburgh, Simpson played his high school football at Wilkinsburg High School in that city and also earned letters as a shot-putter on the track team. He still resides in his hometown."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
2nd Round
Colorado State
"An All-Western Athletic Conference choice, Simpson starred in this year's East-West Shrine Game in San Francisco where he attracted the attention of pro scouts.
He began his collegiate career at McCook Junior College in Nebraska before moving to Colorado State as a defensive tackle. He was switched to offensive tackle as a sophomore and started for three seasons at left tackle. Teamed with Mark Mullaney, a first round choice of the Vikings, Simpson helped Colorado State to that No. 1 ranking nationally in pass offense with solid pass blocking all season long. As a three-year letterman at Colorado State, he was also elected co-captain his senior year and displayed outstanding leadership qualities.
Born in Pittsburgh, Simpson played his high school football at Wilkinsburg High School in that city and also earned letters as a shot-putter on the track team. He still resides in his hometown."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
Wednesday, October 21, 2015
1975 Profile: Mickey Zofko
Running Back
No. 34
Auburn
"Zofko came to the Giants on waivers from the Detroit Lions at the cutdown date last year and played in 11 games for New York as the leader of the special teams. Nicknamed 'Capain Crunch' while at Detroit where he was special teams captain, Zofko was rated the top special team player in the NFC last year by Pro Football Weekly. He specializes in destroying he wedge on kickoff units and is a deadly tackler and dedicated performer. Mickey had one kickoff return for 14 yards.
He also can do the job at running back as a reserve. Originally a No. 9 draft choice of the Lions, Mickey played four seasons there with 18 attempts for 61 yards rushing, four pass receptions for 30 yards, and 27 kickoff returns for 623 yards and a 23.1 average.
Mickey earned three letters at Auburn as a running back and played in the Gator Bowl, Bluebonnet Bowl, Senior Bowl and Coaches' All-American Bowl games.
He was born in Warren, Ohio but grew up in Melbourne, Florida where he was a Little League standout and starred at Melbourne High School.
Mickey is an avid golfer."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
No. 34
Auburn
"Zofko came to the Giants on waivers from the Detroit Lions at the cutdown date last year and played in 11 games for New York as the leader of the special teams. Nicknamed 'Capain Crunch' while at Detroit where he was special teams captain, Zofko was rated the top special team player in the NFC last year by Pro Football Weekly. He specializes in destroying he wedge on kickoff units and is a deadly tackler and dedicated performer. Mickey had one kickoff return for 14 yards.
He also can do the job at running back as a reserve. Originally a No. 9 draft choice of the Lions, Mickey played four seasons there with 18 attempts for 61 yards rushing, four pass receptions for 30 yards, and 27 kickoff returns for 623 yards and a 23.1 average.
Mickey earned three letters at Auburn as a running back and played in the Gator Bowl, Bluebonnet Bowl, Senior Bowl and Coaches' All-American Bowl games.
He was born in Warren, Ohio but grew up in Melbourne, Florida where he was a Little League standout and starred at Melbourne High School.
Mickey is an avid golfer."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
Monday, October 19, 2015
1975 Profile: Willie Young
Offensive Tackle
No. 69
Grambling
"Signed as a free agent in 1966 by the Giants, Willie has been the starting left tackle for the Giants for the past seven seasons. Called 'Sugar Bear' by his teammates, Young was originally a defensive tackle in his rookie year, then made the move to offense the following year as a reserve and won a starting job in 1968.
Not tall for an offensive tackle, Young makes up for that with quickness and great strength and 100% desire. He has also racked up some stats as a tackle, including two kickoff returns for six yards ... three rushing attempts on laterals for two yards ... and has caught two passes, one for eight yards and one for minus-five!
Young earned three letters at Grambling as an offensive guard, winning MVP honors in his senior year and All-American NAIA mention as well. He also played in the Pecan Bowl and when he wasn't playing football, he sang as a bass in the Grambling choir.
Willie was born in Ruston, Louisiana into a family of eight children. His father, Reverend James Young, is a minister in Ruston. Willie spends the off-seasons as a guidance counselor at Grambling."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
No. 69
Grambling
"Signed as a free agent in 1966 by the Giants, Willie has been the starting left tackle for the Giants for the past seven seasons. Called 'Sugar Bear' by his teammates, Young was originally a defensive tackle in his rookie year, then made the move to offense the following year as a reserve and won a starting job in 1968.
Not tall for an offensive tackle, Young makes up for that with quickness and great strength and 100% desire. He has also racked up some stats as a tackle, including two kickoff returns for six yards ... three rushing attempts on laterals for two yards ... and has caught two passes, one for eight yards and one for minus-five!
Young earned three letters at Grambling as an offensive guard, winning MVP honors in his senior year and All-American NAIA mention as well. He also played in the Pecan Bowl and when he wasn't playing football, he sang as a bass in the Grambling choir.
Willie was born in Ruston, Louisiana into a family of eight children. His father, Reverend James Young, is a minister in Ruston. Willie spends the off-seasons as a guidance counselor at Grambling."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
Sunday, October 18, 2015
1975 Profile: Larry Watkins
Running Back
No. 36
Alcorn A & M
"The Giants obtained Watkins for a draft choice from the Buffalo Bills during the off-season. Originally signed as a free agent by Detroit in 1969, Larry played one season there, and was traded to Philadelphia in 1970.
After three seasons as a reserve, Larry was traded to Buffalo and became a starter with O.J. Simpson in 1973, carrying 98 times for 414 yards, a 4.2 average, and two touchdowns. He had 105 yards rushing in 18 carries in the season opener against New England, then proved to be a fine blocker that year as O.J. had his 2,000-yard season.
Watkins was a three-year letterman at Alcorn A & M and was named co-captain in his senior year. He also played in the Orange Bowl classic that year.
He was born in Bessemer, Alabama and played his high school sports at J.S. Abrams High in Bessemer. Larry now lives in Camden, New Jersey and has taught in the Camden school system during the off-seasons."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
No. 36
Alcorn A & M
"The Giants obtained Watkins for a draft choice from the Buffalo Bills during the off-season. Originally signed as a free agent by Detroit in 1969, Larry played one season there, and was traded to Philadelphia in 1970.
After three seasons as a reserve, Larry was traded to Buffalo and became a starter with O.J. Simpson in 1973, carrying 98 times for 414 yards, a 4.2 average, and two touchdowns. He had 105 yards rushing in 18 carries in the season opener against New England, then proved to be a fine blocker that year as O.J. had his 2,000-yard season.
Watkins was a three-year letterman at Alcorn A & M and was named co-captain in his senior year. He also played in the Orange Bowl classic that year.
He was born in Bessemer, Alabama and played his high school sports at J.S. Abrams High in Bessemer. Larry now lives in Camden, New Jersey and has taught in the Camden school system during the off-seasons."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
Friday, October 16, 2015
1975 Profile: Brad Van Pelt
Linebacker
No. 10
Michigan State
"The No. 2 draft choice of the Giants in 1973 after an All-American career at Michigan State, Brad was plagued by nagging injuries all through his rookie year and consequently appeared in only five games. Initially, he reported to training camp with a foot injury, and after overcoming that problem suffered a series of deep groin pulls which inhibited his progress.
Last year, Brad was strictly a linebacker after those earlier trials at defensive back, linebacker and tight end and won a starting job at the weak side. He did a fine job, coming up with two interceptions for 22 yards, and also recovered two fumbles. He missed several games with injuries, but his progress was solid. Brad can also kick off and is a solid special teams player, too.
A unanimous All-American in college where he was a monster man defensive back, Brad also won the Maxwell Trophy his senior year. He had 14 career interceptions and returned two for touchdowns, kicked off, and had 84 tackles his senior year. Brad also lettered in basketball and in baseball and had a big bonus offer in baseball from the St. Louis Cardinals as a pitcher.
Brad was born in Owosso, Michigan and played all sports at Owosso High School before heading to Michigan State. He raises St. Bernard puppies and is a fine cribbage player. He still lives in his hometown during the off-seasons."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
No. 10
Michigan State
"The No. 2 draft choice of the Giants in 1973 after an All-American career at Michigan State, Brad was plagued by nagging injuries all through his rookie year and consequently appeared in only five games. Initially, he reported to training camp with a foot injury, and after overcoming that problem suffered a series of deep groin pulls which inhibited his progress.
Last year, Brad was strictly a linebacker after those earlier trials at defensive back, linebacker and tight end and won a starting job at the weak side. He did a fine job, coming up with two interceptions for 22 yards, and also recovered two fumbles. He missed several games with injuries, but his progress was solid. Brad can also kick off and is a solid special teams player, too.
A unanimous All-American in college where he was a monster man defensive back, Brad also won the Maxwell Trophy his senior year. He had 14 career interceptions and returned two for touchdowns, kicked off, and had 84 tackles his senior year. Brad also lettered in basketball and in baseball and had a big bonus offer in baseball from the St. Louis Cardinals as a pitcher.
Brad was born in Owosso, Michigan and played all sports at Owosso High School before heading to Michigan State. He raises St. Bernard puppies and is a fine cribbage player. He still lives in his hometown during the off-seasons."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
Thursday, October 15, 2015
1975 Profile: Doug Van Horn
Offensive Tackle
No. 63
Ohio State
"Van Horn was the No. 4 draft choice of the Detroit Lions in 1966, went into the Army the following year and rejoined the Lions in 1968, only to be released in training camp. Doug came to the Giants as a free agent and played that season in the Atlantic Coast League. He returned the following year to win a starting job at guard and has been a first-stringer ever since.
Nicknamed 'Reggie,' he had a stellar season in 1972 when the Giants led the NFL in total offense and allowed the fewest quarterback sacks in the league as well. After five years as the starting right guard, Van Horn moved to right tackle in 1974 and had another solid campaign. He also serves as offensive co-captain of the club and is the team's player representative.
Van Horn was one of Woody Hayes' top players in the 1960s, earning three letters with the Buckeyes as an offensive lineman and winning All-Big 10 honors twice as well as being named to the AP, UPI and Coaches' All-American teams in 1965.
Doug was born in Sedalia, Ohio and majored in marketing at Ohio State. He works as a stockbroker in the off-season with Stone-Webster in Columbus."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
No. 63
Ohio State
"Van Horn was the No. 4 draft choice of the Detroit Lions in 1966, went into the Army the following year and rejoined the Lions in 1968, only to be released in training camp. Doug came to the Giants as a free agent and played that season in the Atlantic Coast League. He returned the following year to win a starting job at guard and has been a first-stringer ever since.
Nicknamed 'Reggie,' he had a stellar season in 1972 when the Giants led the NFL in total offense and allowed the fewest quarterback sacks in the league as well. After five years as the starting right guard, Van Horn moved to right tackle in 1974 and had another solid campaign. He also serves as offensive co-captain of the club and is the team's player representative.
Van Horn was one of Woody Hayes' top players in the 1960s, earning three letters with the Buckeyes as an offensive lineman and winning All-Big 10 honors twice as well as being named to the AP, UPI and Coaches' All-American teams in 1965.
Doug was born in Sedalia, Ohio and majored in marketing at Ohio State. He works as a stockbroker in the off-season with Stone-Webster in Columbus."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
Tuesday, October 13, 2015
1975 Profile: Bob Tucker
Tight End
No. 38
Bloomsburg State
"The Giants signed Tucker as a free agent in 1970 and he immediately beat out Aaron Thomas as the starting tight end. Bob caught 40 passes for 571 yards and five touchdowns that year and came very close to winning the NFL's Rookie of the Year award. In 1971, he became the first tight end in NFL history to take a receiving title when he caught 59 for 791 and four touchdowns. Additionally, he was the first Giant end to earn an individual [receiving] title since 1935, when Tod Goodwin led the league.
Tucker came back with another great season in 1972, winning All-NFL honors for the first time, grabbing 55 passes for 764 yards. In 1973, he again led the club with 50 catches to move past the 200 mark and added five more touchdowns, and last year finished second on the club with 41 grabs to run his five-year total to 245.
He also holds the club record of catching passes in 45 straight games. Big, strong and a great runner, Bob had trials with the Eagles and Patriots and spent two seasons in the minor leagues with Lowell, Mass. and Pottstown, PA.
Bob set three NAIA records with Bloomsburg State in 1967- most receptions, highest single game yardage and most yardage in a season. As a two-way end he was named to the Little All-America team in 1967 but, strangely, no pro club took him in the draft.
Tucker was born in Hazelton, Pennsylvania and is of Tyrolean-Polish descent. His father is a construction foreman in Wilkes-Barre, PA. Bob was a top student in college and earned a degree in biology. He represents Walsh & Walsh Insurance Co. in between football seasons."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
No. 38
Bloomsburg State
"The Giants signed Tucker as a free agent in 1970 and he immediately beat out Aaron Thomas as the starting tight end. Bob caught 40 passes for 571 yards and five touchdowns that year and came very close to winning the NFL's Rookie of the Year award. In 1971, he became the first tight end in NFL history to take a receiving title when he caught 59 for 791 and four touchdowns. Additionally, he was the first Giant end to earn an individual [receiving] title since 1935, when Tod Goodwin led the league.
Tucker came back with another great season in 1972, winning All-NFL honors for the first time, grabbing 55 passes for 764 yards. In 1973, he again led the club with 50 catches to move past the 200 mark and added five more touchdowns, and last year finished second on the club with 41 grabs to run his five-year total to 245.
He also holds the club record of catching passes in 45 straight games. Big, strong and a great runner, Bob had trials with the Eagles and Patriots and spent two seasons in the minor leagues with Lowell, Mass. and Pottstown, PA.
Bob set three NAIA records with Bloomsburg State in 1967- most receptions, highest single game yardage and most yardage in a season. As a two-way end he was named to the Little All-America team in 1967 but, strangely, no pro club took him in the draft.
Tucker was born in Hazelton, Pennsylvania and is of Tyrolean-Polish descent. His father is a construction foreman in Wilkes-Barre, PA. Bob was a top student in college and earned a degree in biology. He represents Walsh & Walsh Insurance Co. in between football seasons."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
Monday, October 12, 2015
1975 Profile: Carl Summerell
Quarterback
No.19
East Carolina
"A No. 4 draft choice of the Giants in 1974, Carl got in valuable time during the preseason games where he displayed good poise and a strong arm. He appeared in seven regular season games, mostly on special teams, but had one long workout at quarterback against the Redskins and was 6-for-12 for 59 yards in a second half appearance; he also rushed for eight yards in that game. Summerell will battle it out with Jim Del Gaizo for the backup quarterback spot behind Craig Morton.
Summerell led East Carolina to two straight Southern Conference titles and set a college total offense mark with 1,700 yards in his junior year, 425 rushing and 1,275 passing. He had 82 completions for 1,222 yards and 11 touchdowns in his senior season and rushed 80 times for 351 yards and seven more touchdowns.
Carl was born in Norfolk, Virginia, and as a youngster was a top Little League player. He starred in football and baseball at Kellam High School in Virginia Beach. He's an avid golfer."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
No.19
East Carolina
"A No. 4 draft choice of the Giants in 1974, Carl got in valuable time during the preseason games where he displayed good poise and a strong arm. He appeared in seven regular season games, mostly on special teams, but had one long workout at quarterback against the Redskins and was 6-for-12 for 59 yards in a second half appearance; he also rushed for eight yards in that game. Summerell will battle it out with Jim Del Gaizo for the backup quarterback spot behind Craig Morton.
Summerell led East Carolina to two straight Southern Conference titles and set a college total offense mark with 1,700 yards in his junior year, 425 rushing and 1,275 passing. He had 82 completions for 1,222 yards and 11 touchdowns in his senior season and rushed 80 times for 351 yards and seven more touchdowns.
Carl was born in Norfolk, Virginia, and as a youngster was a top Little League player. He starred in football and baseball at Kellam High School in Virginia Beach. He's an avid golfer."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
Saturday, October 10, 2015
1975 Profile: Henry Stuckey
Cornerback
No. 48
Missouri
"Stuckey came to the Giants from the Miami Dolphins for a fifth round draft choice during the off-season and will get an opportunity to win himself a job at cornerback with the Giants. Originally a No. 8 draft choice of the Detroit Lions, Stuckey went to Miami as a free agent in 1972 and made his first pro appearance in that year's Super Bowl when he was activated after an injury to Tim Foley. He played in two Super Bowls with the Dolphins as a special team man, and during his two seasons as a reserve defensive back, had two interceptions for 31 yards returned.
Henry began his collegiate career at Merritt Junior College in California, then moved on to Missouri where he had eight interceptions in two varsity campaigns there. He was an All-American J.C. pick in 1969.
He was born in Oakland, California and grew up in the Bay area where he was All-State at Oakland Prep. Henry now lives in Miami during the off-season."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
No. 48
Missouri
"Stuckey came to the Giants from the Miami Dolphins for a fifth round draft choice during the off-season and will get an opportunity to win himself a job at cornerback with the Giants. Originally a No. 8 draft choice of the Detroit Lions, Stuckey went to Miami as a free agent in 1972 and made his first pro appearance in that year's Super Bowl when he was activated after an injury to Tim Foley. He played in two Super Bowls with the Dolphins as a special team man, and during his two seasons as a reserve defensive back, had two interceptions for 31 yards returned.
Henry began his collegiate career at Merritt Junior College in California, then moved on to Missouri where he had eight interceptions in two varsity campaigns there. He was an All-American J.C. pick in 1969.
He was born in Oakland, California and grew up in the Bay area where he was All-State at Oakland Prep. Henry now lives in Miami during the off-season."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
Thursday, October 8, 2015
1975 Profile: Jim Steinke
Cornerback
No. 20
Southwest Texas State
"Steinke came to the Giants on waivers from the Cleveland Browns [in 1974] just prior to the opening of the regular season and appeared in 13 games for the Giants as a cornerback and special team player. He started at right corner throughout the second half of the season and proved he was capable of getting the job done. On special teams, he was in on two blocked field goals during the season, including one against the Jets in the final seconds which sent that game into overtime. Originally a No. 2 draft choice of the Browns, Jim played the 1973 season with Cleveland, chiefly as a special team player.
Jim won three letters as a cornerback in college, winning All-Conference honors twice as well as Little All-American honors his senior year. He played in the Senior Bowl and Coaches' All-American games and also won two letters in track as a sprinter.
He was born in Houston, Texas and grew up in Johnson City where his father, Harold, was the communications director at the LBJ Ranch for President Johnson. Jim starred at Lyndon B. Johnson High School there. Jim's uncle, Gil Steinke, coached at Texas A & I."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
No. 20
Southwest Texas State
"Steinke came to the Giants on waivers from the Cleveland Browns [in 1974] just prior to the opening of the regular season and appeared in 13 games for the Giants as a cornerback and special team player. He started at right corner throughout the second half of the season and proved he was capable of getting the job done. On special teams, he was in on two blocked field goals during the season, including one against the Jets in the final seconds which sent that game into overtime. Originally a No. 2 draft choice of the Browns, Jim played the 1973 season with Cleveland, chiefly as a special team player.
Jim won three letters as a cornerback in college, winning All-Conference honors twice as well as Little All-American honors his senior year. He played in the Senior Bowl and Coaches' All-American games and also won two letters in track as a sprinter.
He was born in Houston, Texas and grew up in Johnson City where his father, Harold, was the communications director at the LBJ Ranch for President Johnson. Jim starred at Lyndon B. Johnson High School there. Jim's uncle, Gil Steinke, coached at Texas A & I."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
Tuesday, October 6, 2015
1975 Profile: Eldridge Small
Cornerback
No. 18
Texas A & I
"Small was one of the Giants' two choices in the first round of the 1972 draft and was tried at both wide receiver and defensive back during his rookie season. He eventually settled into a reserve role as a cornerback. He also did duty with the special teams as he appeared in all 14 games, and had his big moment against the Redskins in Washington when he took a lateral on a kickoff return and raced 77 yards with it.
In 1973 Small continued as a reserve cornerback and return man until he was sidelined with a broken leg in November. Last year, he was a starter for half of the season at corner, getting an interception against Dallas and returning two kickoffs for 46 yards.
Eldridge was a three-year starter at Texas A & I playing both wide receiver and defensive back. He had 167 receptions for 2,547 yards and 20 touchdowns as a receiver and five interceptions as a defensive back. Eldridge was named to the Associated Press Little All-America team and the Coaches' All-American team in his senior year. He also played in the Senior Bowl on both offense and defense.
Eldridge was born in Houston, Texas and was a three-sport standout in football, basketball and track at Wheatley High School. He still makes Houston his off-season residence."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
No. 18
Texas A & I
"Small was one of the Giants' two choices in the first round of the 1972 draft and was tried at both wide receiver and defensive back during his rookie season. He eventually settled into a reserve role as a cornerback. He also did duty with the special teams as he appeared in all 14 games, and had his big moment against the Redskins in Washington when he took a lateral on a kickoff return and raced 77 yards with it.
In 1973 Small continued as a reserve cornerback and return man until he was sidelined with a broken leg in November. Last year, he was a starter for half of the season at corner, getting an interception against Dallas and returning two kickoffs for 46 yards.
Eldridge was a three-year starter at Texas A & I playing both wide receiver and defensive back. He had 167 receptions for 2,547 yards and 20 touchdowns as a receiver and five interceptions as a defensive back. Eldridge was named to the Associated Press Little All-America team and the Coaches' All-American team in his senior year. He also played in the Senior Bowl on both offense and defense.
Eldridge was born in Houston, Texas and was a three-sport standout in football, basketball and track at Wheatley High School. He still makes Houston his off-season residence."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
1975 Profile: Skip Singletary
Linebacker
No. 54
Temple
"Singletary came to the Giants as a free agent late in the 1974 season after being released by the New England Patriots. He appeared in three games with New York on special teams. Skip was originally a No. 4 draft choice of the San Diego Chargers in 1973 before moving on to the Patriots a year later.
Skip was a Walter Camp All-American choice and an All-East player at Temple where he was an offensive guard, and played in both the East-West and the American Bowl games after his senior year at Temple.
He was born in Camden, New Jersey and was a standout athlete at Woodrow Wilson High School there. Skip was actively engaged in youth work in Camden, lists photography as a hobby and now lives in Providence in the off-seasons."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
No. 54
Temple
"Singletary came to the Giants as a free agent late in the 1974 season after being released by the New England Patriots. He appeared in three games with New York on special teams. Skip was originally a No. 4 draft choice of the San Diego Chargers in 1973 before moving on to the Patriots a year later.
Skip was a Walter Camp All-American choice and an All-East player at Temple where he was an offensive guard, and played in both the East-West and the American Bowl games after his senior year at Temple.
He was born in Camden, New Jersey and was a standout athlete at Woodrow Wilson High School there. Skip was actively engaged in youth work in Camden, lists photography as a hobby and now lives in Providence in the off-seasons."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
Sunday, October 4, 2015
1975 Profile: Andy Selfridge
Linebacker
No. 57
Virginia
"Selfridge came to the Giants prior the 1974 season as a free agent and won himself a job in training camp with his fine performance. He appeared in all 14 regular season games as an outside linebacker, with half of those games as a starter. Andy had an interception against Atlanta, recorded two quarterback sacks and had two fumble recoveries as well, and did a fine job on the special teams.
He was originally drafted No. 13 by San Diego in 1972, then went to the Buffalo Bills that year and spent two seasons in Buffalo before the Giants obtained him.
Andy was a defensive tackle at Virginia and won All-Atlantic Coast honors two years in succession. He also played in the All-American Bowl. He earned a B.A. degree in economics and a Master's degree in education.
He was born in Cleveland, Ohio and played his high school athletics at Gilmour Academy in Gates Mills, Ohio. A member of the Giants' Speakers Bureau during the off-season, Andy has plans for a career in government when his football days are concluded."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
No. 57
Virginia
"Selfridge came to the Giants prior the 1974 season as a free agent and won himself a job in training camp with his fine performance. He appeared in all 14 regular season games as an outside linebacker, with half of those games as a starter. Andy had an interception against Atlanta, recorded two quarterback sacks and had two fumble recoveries as well, and did a fine job on the special teams.
He was originally drafted No. 13 by San Diego in 1972, then went to the Buffalo Bills that year and spent two seasons in Buffalo before the Giants obtained him.
Andy was a defensive tackle at Virginia and won All-Atlantic Coast honors two years in succession. He also played in the All-American Bowl. He earned a B.A. degree in economics and a Master's degree in education.
He was born in Cleveland, Ohio and played his high school athletics at Gilmour Academy in Gates Mills, Ohio. A member of the Giants' Speakers Bureau during the off-season, Andy has plans for a career in government when his football days are concluded."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
Friday, October 2, 2015
1975 Profile: Ray Rhodes
Wide Receiver-Punt Returner
No. 82
Tulsa
"Rhodes was the 10th round draft pick of the Giants and proved to be a valuable utility man with versatility. The swift youngster was a reserve wide receiver, catching nine passes for 138 yards and a 15.3 average and also led the club in punt returns with 10 for 124 yards, including a 40-yarder which set up a touchdown. Ray also had a kickoff return for 27 yards and blocked a punt against the Eagles on special teams duty. He played in all 14 games and showed fine promise.
Ray began his collegiate career at TCU as a running back, showing 786 yards on 176 carries for a 4.9 average, then transferred to Tulsa where he was a wide receiver and a teammate of Drew Pearson of the Cowboys. Rhodes had 43 catches in two seasons for five touchdowns and averaged 26.1 on kickoff returns. He also earned two letters in track.
Ray was born in Mexia, Texas and played football, basketball and track at Mexia High School. He now lives in Dallas."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
No. 82
Tulsa
"Rhodes was the 10th round draft pick of the Giants and proved to be a valuable utility man with versatility. The swift youngster was a reserve wide receiver, catching nine passes for 138 yards and a 15.3 average and also led the club in punt returns with 10 for 124 yards, including a 40-yarder which set up a touchdown. Ray also had a kickoff return for 27 yards and blocked a punt against the Eagles on special teams duty. He played in all 14 games and showed fine promise.
Ray began his collegiate career at TCU as a running back, showing 786 yards on 176 carries for a 4.9 average, then transferred to Tulsa where he was a wide receiver and a teammate of Drew Pearson of the Cowboys. Rhodes had 43 catches in two seasons for five touchdowns and averaged 26.1 on kickoff returns. He also earned two letters in track.
Ray was born in Mexia, Texas and played football, basketball and track at Mexia High School. He now lives in Dallas."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
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