Willie Grate


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Position: TE
Date of Birth: May 25, 1945
Height / Weight: 6'4" / 225 lbs
First Team: BUF (1969)
Last Team: BUF (1970)

Receiving Stats (WR / TE)

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Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Willie Grate - NFL Career Overview

Position: Tight End (TE)
Date of Birth: May 25, 1945

Career Timeline

  • Buffalo Bills (BUF)
    1969 - 1970

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Willie Grate played two seasons in the NFL with the Buffalo Bills.
  • He was part of the Bills team during a time of transition as the franchise was building its identity in the late 1960s.
  • Grate contributed to the team primarily in a supporting role as a tight end.
  • Although he did not achieve individual accolades such as Pro Bowl selections or All-Pro honors, his presence on the roster added depth to the tight end position.

Post-NFL Life

  • Details about Grate's life after his NFL career are limited, which is common for players from earlier eras.

Legacy

  • While Willie Grate may not be a household name, his contribution to the Buffalo Bills during the late 1960s is part of the franchise's rich history.

Willie Grate remains a part of the legacy of players who have contributed to the game in various capacities, helping to shape the NFL into what it is today.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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