Wide Receiver
No. 86
West Virginia
"Buggs was a 3rd round pick by the Giants in 1975 after an All-American career at West Virginia, but was used primarily as a kickoff and punt return man during his rookie campaign. His stats in those departments showed 16 kickoff returns for 353 yards and a 22.1 average, and 19 punt returns for 93 yards and a 4.9 average.
Buggs was very impressive in the preseason action with a 27.7 kickoff return average and he had a 49-yard touchdown catch against the Miami Dolphins. With 9.5 speed in the 100, Buggs will get a long look at wide receiver in '76, in addition to his return duties.
Twice an All-American at West Virginia (Kodak team his junior year), Danny had 86 receptions for 1,796 yards and 15 touchdown in three seasons of varsity play. He added six touchdowns rushing (36 carries for 553 yards) and three more on punt returns. He also lettered in track, showing 9.5 in the 100 and 48.4 in the 440 and was West Virginia MVP in track, as well as the State Amateur Athlete of the Year in 1973.
Daniel Buggs was born in Deluth, Georgia and starred in high school sports in Avondale High School in his hometown. A member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, he is very active in that organization."
-1976 New York Giants Media Guide
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