Tom Roussel
No headshot available
Position: LB
Date of Birth: January 20, 1945
Height / Weight: 6'3" / 235 lbs
First Team: WAS (1968)
Last Team: PHI (1973)
Career Summary
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
Tom Roussel - NFL Career Overview
Position: Linebacker (LB)Date of Birth: January 20, 1945
Career Timeline
- Washington Redskins (WAS) - 1968
- New Orleans Saints (NO) - 1969-1971
- Philadelphia Eagles (PHI) - 1972-1973
Career Highlights and Accomplishments
- Drafted in 1968, Roussel played primarily as a linebacker during his time in the NFL.
- He spent a brief time with the Washington Redskins, where he began his professional career.
- Roussel was known for his defensive skills, contributing to the teams he played for with solid tackling and coverage on the field.
- Played for the expansion New Orleans Saints, participating in their early years in the league.
- Concluded his career with the Philadelphia Eagles, showcasing perseverance and dedication over a five-year span in the NFL.
Legacy
Tom Roussel may not be among the most famous names in NFL history, but his contributions as a linebacker during the late 1960s and early 1970s were significant in the development of the teams he played for. His journey through three different franchises illustrates the challenges and opportunities faced by professional athletes in the league during that era.
Source: gpt-4o-mini
7957, , 1945-01-20, Tom Roussel, Thomas, Roussel
MFT PLAYER RANKINGS
Current player ranking
Compare current players by position using the transparent MFT statistical model.