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Virgil Carter

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Position: QB
Date of Birth: November 9, 1945
Height / Weight: 6'1" / 192 lbs
First Team: CHI (1968)
Last Team: CHI (1976)

Quarterback Stats

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Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Virgil Carter: NFL Career Overview

Date of Birth: November 9, 1945
Position: Quarterback

Career Timeline

  • Chicago Bears (CHI): 1968
  • Cincinnati Bengals (CIN): 1969 - 1972
  • San Diego Chargers (SD): 1973 - 1976

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Virgil Carter was drafted by the Chicago Bears in the 17th round of the 1968 NFL Draft.
  • He played primarily as a backup quarterback during his time with the Bears, before being traded to the Cincinnati Bengals.
  • With the Bengals, Carter became a starting quarterback and was known for his intelligence and leadership on the field.
  • He had his best statistical season in 1971, passing for over 2,000 yards and leading the Bengals to a competitive season.
  • After his tenure with the Bengals, he played for the San Diego Chargers, where he continued to contribute as a reliable backup and mentor to younger quarterbacks.

Legacy

Virgil Carter is often remembered for his poise and ability to read defenses, contributing to the teams he played for during a transitional period in the NFL. While he may not have achieved the fame of some of his contemporaries, his dedication to the game and his role as a quarterback have left a mark in the history of the franchises he represented.

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7726, , 1945-11-09, Virgil Carter, Virgil, Carter

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