Bill Stits
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Position: DB
Date of Birth: July 26, 1931
Height / Weight: 6'0" / 194 lbs
First Team: DET (1954)
Last Team: NYG (1961)
Career Summary
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
Bill Stits - NFL Career Overview
Date of Birth: July 26, 1931Position: Defensive Back (DB)
Career History
- Detroit Lions (DET) - 1954
- San Francisco 49ers (SF) - 1955-1956
- New York Giants (NYG) - 1957-1961
- New York Titans (NY) - 1960
- Washington Redskins (WAS) - 1961
Career Highlights and Accomplishments
- Stits began his professional career with the Detroit Lions in 1954, contributing to the team's defensive unit.
- He spent two seasons with the San Francisco 49ers, where he continued to develop his skills in the secondary.
- Stits became a notable part of the New York Giants defense during his five years with the team, known for his hard-hitting style and coverage skills.
- He also played for the New York Titans in 1960, before finishing his career with the Washington Redskins in 1961.
Legacy
Although Bill Stits may not be as widely known as some of his contemporaries, his contributions to the teams he played for, particularly the New York Giants, have left a mark in the history of the NFL. His versatility and experience in the secondary made him a valuable player during the early years of professional football.
Source: gpt-4o-mini
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