Don Rives


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Position: LB
Date of Birth: August 30, 1951
Height / Weight: 6'2" / 225 lbs
First Team: CHI (1973)
Last Team: CHI (1978)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Don Rives - NFL Career Overview

Date of Birth: August 30, 1951
Position: Linebacker (LB)

Career History

  • Chicago Bears (1973 - 1978)

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Don Rives was selected by the Chicago Bears in the 1973 NFL Draft.
  • He played as a linebacker for the Bears, contributing to the team's defensive efforts during the mid-1970s.
  • Rives was known for his tenacity and tackling ability on the field.
  • He was part of the Bears team that laid the groundwork for future successes in the franchise.
  • Throughout his career, he appeared in a variety of games, showcasing his skills as a reliable linebacker.

Post-NFL

  • Information on Rives' career after football is limited, but he remains a part of the legacy of the Bears during the 1970s.

Don Rives may not be as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, but his contributions to the Chicago Bears during his five years with the team helped shape the franchise's defensive identity during a pivotal era.

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