Tom Henderson


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Position: LB
Date of Birth: March 1, 1953
Height / Weight: 6'2" / 221 lbs
First Team: DAL (1975)
Last Team: SF (1980)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Tom Henderson - Career Overview

Position: Linebacker (LB)
Date of Birth: March 1, 1953

Career Timeline

  • Dallas Cowboys (DAL) - 1975
  • Houston Oilers (HOU) - 1976 to 1978
  • San Francisco 49ers (SF) - 1979 to 1980

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Drafted in the 5th round of the 1975 NFL Draft by the Dallas Cowboys.
  • Contributed to the Dallas Cowboys' defense during his rookie season.
  • Played for the Houston Oilers, where he continued to develop as a key linebacker.
  • Finished his career with the San Francisco 49ers, a team that would go on to achieve great success in the 1980s.
  • Part of the NFL during a transformative era in the league, with a focus on defense and the increasing importance of linebacker roles.

Legacy

Tom Henderson may not be a household name in the NFL, but he played an important role during his time in the league, contributing to the defensive units of three different franchises. His versatility and skills as a linebacker helped shape the teams he played for during a competitive period in professional football.

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