Ralph Anderson (defensive back)
Ralph Edward Anderson (April 3, 1949 – December 20, 2016) was a professional American football defensive back in the National Football League.
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| Position: | Defensive back | ||||||||
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| Born: | April 3, 1949 Dallas, Texas | ||||||||
| Died: | December 20, 2016 (aged 67) | ||||||||
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| College: | West Texas State | ||||||||
| NFL Draft: | 1971 / Round: 5 / Pick: 126 | ||||||||
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After attending West Texas State (later renamed West Texas A&M), Anderson was drafted in the 5th round of the 1971 NFL Draft by the Pittsburgh Steelers.[1] He played for the Steelers for two years, starting 21 games at positionfree safety and recording four interceptions.[1]
In 1973, he moved on to the New England Patriots where he played a final season.[1]
References
- "Ralph Anderson player page". Pro Football Reference. Retrieved 18 January 2010.
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