Jim Obradovich: Career Overview

Date of Birth: April 2, 1953

Position: Tight End (TE)

Career Timeline

• New York Giants (NYG) - 1975
• San Francisco 49ers (SF) - 1976 to 1981
• Tampa Bay Buccaneers (TB) - 1982 to 1983

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

• Jim Obradovich was drafted in the 1975 NFL Draft and began his professional career with the New York Giants.
• During his time with the San Francisco 49ers, Obradovich contributed to the team's competitive efforts in the late 1970s and early 1980s, although he wasn’t part of the Super Bowl-winning squads that emerged after his departure.
• He concluded his NFL career with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, where he played through the early years of the franchise.
• Obradovich was known for his versatility as a tight end, contributing both in blocking schemes and as a pass catcher during his time in the league.

Legacy

While Jim Obradovich may not be as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, he made contributions to every team he played for and is remembered for his dedication and skill as a tight end during the formative years of the NFL's evolution into a pass-heavy league.