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Carl Weathers

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Position: LB
Date of Birth: January 14, 1948
Height / Weight: 6'2" / 220 lbs
First Team: OAK (1970)
Last Team: OAK (1971)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Carl Weathers - NFL Career Overview

Date of Birth: January 14, 1948
Position: Linebacker (LB)

Career Timeline

  • Team: Oakland Raiders (OAK)
  • Years Active: 1970 - 1971

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Drafted in the 1970 NFL Draft by the Oakland Raiders.
  • Played as a linebacker for the Raiders during the early 1970s.
  • Contributed to the team's defense during his tenure, showcasing skills that would later contribute to his successful career in acting.

Post-NFL Career

  • Carl Weathers is widely recognized for his role as Apollo Creed in the "Rocky" film series.
  • He has also appeared in popular television series such as "Happy Gilmore" and "The Mandalorian."

Legacy

Carl Weathers is remembered not only for his time in the NFL but also for his successful transition to a career in entertainment, where he became a prominent figure in Hollywood.

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