Johnnie Dirden


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Position: WR
Date of Birth: March 14, 1952
Height / Weight: 6'0" / 190 lbs
First Team: HOU (1978)
Last Team: PIT (1981)

Receiving Stats (WR / TE)

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Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Johnnie Dirden: Career Overview

Position: Wide Receiver (WR)
Date of Birth: March 14, 1952

Career History

  • Houston Oilers (HOU) - 1978
  • Kansas City Chiefs (KC) - 1979-1980
  • Pittsburgh Steelers (PIT) - 1981

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Johnnie Dirden was selected in the 6th round of the 1974 NFL Draft by the Houston Oilers.
  • He played a total of three seasons in the NFL, contributing primarily as a wide receiver.
  • Dirden was known for his speed and ability to stretch the field, making him a valuable asset in the passing game.
  • He also had experience on special teams during his time with the teams he played for.

Additional Information

While Johnnie Dirden may not be as widely recognized as other NFL stars, his contributions to the teams he played for have left a mark in the league's history. His career spanned a transformative period in the NFL, where the passing game began to evolve significantly.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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