Butch Riley


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Position: LB
Date of Birth: March 13, 1947
Height / Weight: 6'2" / 220 lbs
First Team: BAL (1969)
Last Team: BAL (1969)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Butch Riley - Career Overview

Full Name: Butch Riley Date of Birth: March 13, 1947 Position: Linebacker (LB) NFL Team: Baltimore Colts (BAL) Years Active: 1969

Career Highlights

  • Drafted: Butch Riley was selected by the Baltimore Colts in the 1969 NFL Draft.
  • Rookie Season: He played for the Colts during the 1969 NFL season, contributing to the team's defensive lineup.
  • Super Bowl III: Although Riley did not play in the Super Bowl, he was part of the Colts organization during a pivotal time in NFL history, as the team was vying for championship success.

Additional Information

  • Butch Riley's professional football career was relatively brief, playing only during the 1969 season.
  • Details about his post-NFL career and personal life remain limited, as he is considered a lesser-known player in NFL history.

Legacy

While Butch Riley may not have achieved widespread fame or numerous accolades during his time in the NFL, he remains a part of the rich history of the Baltimore Colts and the league's development during the late 1960s.

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