Ron Widby


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Position: P
Date of Birth: March 9, 1945
Height / Weight: 6'4" / 210 lbs
First Team: DAL (1968)
Last Team: GB (1973)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Ron Widby - NFL Career Overview

Date of Birth: March 9, 1945
Position: Punter (P)
Career Timeline:
  • Dallas Cowboys (DAL) - 1968 to 1971
  • Green Bay Packers (GB) - 1972 to 1973

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Ron Widby was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the 1968 NFL Draft.
  • During his time with the Cowboys, he contributed to the team's special teams as a punter.
  • Widby was known for his strong leg and ability to change field position.
  • He played a pivotal role in the Cowboys' success during his tenure, helping the team reach the playoffs.
  • In 1972, Widby joined the Green Bay Packers, continuing his career in a storied franchise.
  • Throughout his NFL career, he was recognized for his consistency and skill as a punter.

Post-NFL Career

  • After retiring from professional football, Widby pursued various ventures, including coaching and sports-related activities.

Legacy

  • Though not as widely known as some of his contemporaries, Ron Widby made significant contributions to the teams he played for during the late 1960s and early 1970s.
  • His impact on the field is remembered by fans of the franchises he represented.

Ron Widby remains a notable figure in NFL history, particularly for his role as a punter during an era of evolving special teams play.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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