Butch Wilson


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Position: TE
Date of Birth: September 18, 1941
Height / Weight: 6'2" / 228 lbs
First Team: BAL (1963)
Last Team: NYG (1969)

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Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Career History of Butch Wilson

Full Name: Butch Wilson
Date of Birth: September 18, 1941
Position: Tight End (TE)

Professional Career

  • Baltimore Colts (BAL) (1963-1965)
    • Wilson began his NFL career with the Baltimore Colts, where he played as a tight end.
    • During his time with the Colts, he contributed to the team's offensive plays, though specific statistics from this period are less documented.
  • New York Giants (NYG) (1966-1969)
    • Butch Wilson finished his NFL career with the New York Giants, where he continued to develop his role as a tight end.
    • He played a significant part in the Giants' offense during his tenure.

Highlights and Accomplishments

  • While specific statistics and accolades for Butch Wilson during his career are limited, he was known for his contributions as a reliable tight end in the early years of the NFL.
  • Wilson played during a transformative era for the tight end position, which was evolving from a primarily blocking role to one that included more receiving responsibilities.

Legacy

Although Butch Wilson may not be as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, his contributions to the teams he played for helped lay the groundwork for the tight end position as we know it today in the NFL.

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