Lee Roy Caffey


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Position: LB
Date of Birth: June 3, 1941
Height / Weight: 6'4" / 240 lbs
First Team: PHI (1963)
Last Team: SD (1972)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Career History of Lee Roy Caffey

Date of Birth: June 3, 1941
Position: Linebacker (LB)

Teams Played For:

  • Philadelphia Eagles (PHI) - 1963
  • Green Bay Packers (GB) - 1964-1968
  • Chicago Bears (CHI) - 1969
  • Dallas Cowboys (DAL) - 1970-1971
  • San Diego Chargers (SD) - 1972

Career Highlights and Accomplishments:

  • Lee Roy Caffey was known for his versatility and toughness as a linebacker during his NFL career.
  • He had a notable tenure with the Green Bay Packers where he contributed to the team's strong defense in the mid-1960s.
  • Caffey was part of the Green Bay Packers squad that won Super Bowl II against the Oakland Raiders, solidifying his legacy in NFL history.
  • Throughout his career, Caffey was recognized for his defensive skills, contributing to various teams' efforts to stop opposing offenses.
  • His time with the Dallas Cowboys came during a period when the team was building a strong defense that would later lead to multiple championships in the 1970s.

Post-Career:

  • After retiring from professional football, Caffey's contributions to the sport continued to be recognized by fans and historians alike.
Summary: Lee Roy Caffey had a diverse and impactful career in the NFL, playing for five teams over a span of a decade. He is best remembered for his time with the Green Bay Packers, where he was part of a Super Bowl-winning team, and for his overall contributions to the linebacker position during his era.

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