Willie Alexander


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Position: DB
Date of Birth: September 21, 1949
Height / Weight: 6'2" / 194 lbs
First Team: HOU (1971)
Last Team: HOU (1979)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Willie Alexander - Career Overview

Position: Defensive Back (DB)
Date of Birth: September 21, 1949

Career History

  • Team: Houston Oilers
  • Years Active: 1971 - 1979

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Drafted by the Houston Oilers in 1971, Willie Alexander played his entire NFL career with the team.
  • Known for his speed and ball-hawking skills, he contributed significantly to the Oilers' secondary.
  • During his tenure, he played in various defensive schemes, adapting to the evolving nature of the game.
  • Part of a team that saw various levels of success in the late 1970s, contributing to the Oilers' competitive spirit in the AFC.

Legacy

Willie Alexander may not be as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, but his dedication to the game and performance on the field helped lay the groundwork for future defensive backs in the NFL. His contributions to the Houston Oilers during a formative period in franchise history are remembered by fans and historians alike.

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