Tony Banfield
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Position: DB
Date of Birth: December 18, 1937
Height / Weight: 6'1" / 185 lbs
First Team: HOU (1960)
Last Team: HOU (1965)
Career Summary
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
Tony Banfield: Career Overview
Position: Defensive Back (DB)Date of Birth: December 18, 1937
Career Timeline
- Team: Houston Oilers
- Years Active: 1960 - 1965
Career Highlights
- Tony Banfield was a member of the Houston Oilers during the early years of the American Football League (AFL).
- He played a crucial role in the Oilers' defense, contributing to the team's competitive spirit in the league's formative years.
- Banfield was part of the Oilers roster during the 1961 season when the team won the AFL Championship, marking the franchise's first title.
Legacy
Although not as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, Tony Banfield's contributions to the Houston Oilers helped shape the team's early success in the AFL. His position as a defensive back was critical in the league's high-paced, offensive environment, and he remains a part of the Oilers' storied history.
Post-NFL
After retiring from professional football, specific details about Banfield's post-NFL career are not extensively documented, but his time in the league left a lasting impact on fans and teammates alike.
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