Avon Riley
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Position: LB
Date of Birth: February 10, 1958
Height / Weight: 6'3" / 230 lbs
First Team: HOU (1981)
Last Team: PIT (1987)
Career Summary
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
Career History of Avon Riley
Position: Linebacker (LB)Date of Birth: February 10, 1958
Professional Career
- Houston Oilers (HOU) - 1981 to 1984
- Pittsburgh Steelers (PIT) - 1985 to 1987
Career Highlights
- Avon Riley was selected by the Houston Oilers in the early rounds of the NFL Draft, marking the start of his professional football career in 1981.
- During his time with the Oilers, he contributed to the team's defensive lineup, showcasing his skills as a linebacker.
- Riley played a significant role in the Oilers' defense, helping the team during a competitive era in the NFL.
- In 1985, he signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers, where he continued to demonstrate his defensive prowess.
- Avon Riley played his final NFL season with the Steelers in 1987, before retiring from professional football.
Legacy
Though not as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, Avon Riley's contributions to both the Oilers and Steelers have been appreciated by fans and teammates alike. His career spanned several crucial years in the NFL, and he remains a part of the history of both franchises.
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