IND TEN LAC HOU SD NYG PHI ARZ SFO PIT TB GB CHR HST RAM LA RAI BOS CIN DEN ARI DET OAK COW SDG NO ATL LVR DAL TEX JAC CRD IND TEN LAC HOU SD NYG PHI ARZ SFO PIT TB GB CHR HST RAM LA RAI BOS CIN DEN ARI DET OAK COW SDG NO ATL LVR DAL TEX JAC CRD

Walter Abercrombie

No headshot available

Position: RB
Date of Birth: September 26, 1959
Height / Weight: 6'0" / 207 lbs
First Team: PIT (1982)
Last Team: PHI (1988)

Running Back Stats

Year Team Games Rush Att Rush Yds Rush TDs Rec Targets Rec Yds Rec TDs Fumbles Fantasy

No RB stats found for this player.

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Walter Abercrombie - Career Overview

Date of Birth: September 26, 1959
Position: Running Back (RB)

Career History

  • Pittsburgh Steelers (1982-1986)
    • Drafted in the 1st round of the 1982 NFL Draft (10th overall).
    • Played five seasons with the Steelers, contributing to their backfield.
    • Notable for his versatility, Abercrombie was effective both as a runner and receiver.
    • Part of the Steelers team that was known for its strong defense and powerful running game during the early 1980s.
  • Philadelphia Eagles (1987-1988)
    • Joined the Eagles during the 1987 season, which was shortened due to a players' strike.
    • Served as a backup running back, contributing to the team's offensive schemes.
    • Retired after the 1988 season, concluding his NFL career.

Career Highlights & Accomplishments

  • Known for his speed and agility as a running back.
  • Accumulated over 2,000 rushing yards during his NFL career.
  • Contributed to the Pittsburgh Steelers' offensive strategies during the team's transition in the early 1980s.
  • Played in a total of 73 games in the NFL.

Legacy

Walter Abercrombie may not be as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, but he made significant contributions to the teams he played for. His versatility and work ethic on the field left a positive impact on his teammates and fans alike.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


11689, , 1959-09-26, Walter Abercrombie, Walter, Abercrombie

Hello!

I have been compiling Football Data for years to help me dominate my Fantasy Fooball and PickEm Leagues. I see so many frustrated people out there struggling to find the data they were looking for, so I decided to start making this available to you as well.

I specialize in making information easy to get to in simple formats, that get you the information you need FAST.

If you find this useful, please help this website grow by telling your friends or posting a link.