Rich Camarillo - NFL Career Overview

Date of Birth: November 29, 1959
Position: Specialist (Punter)

Career Timeline

• New England Patriots (1981-1984)
  • Drafted in the 10th round of the 1981 NFL Draft.
  • Established himself as a reliable punter during his tenure.
• Los Angeles Rams (1985-1986)
  • Continued to showcase his punting skills with the Rams.
• Phoenix Cardinals (1987)
  • Played during the strike-shortened season.
• Houston Oilers (1988-1990)
  • Helped the Oilers during a competitive period in the franchise's history.
• Oakland Raiders (1992-1996)
  • Concluded his career with the Raiders, contributing to the team's special teams.

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

• Played a total of 15 seasons in the NFL.
• Notable for his consistency and professionalism as a punter.
• Known for his ability to control field position and contribute to special teams strategy.

Legacy

Rich Camarillo may not be as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, but his contributions to multiple franchises as a punter have been significant. His career reflects the importance of special teams in the NFL, where field position can greatly influence game outcomes.