Paul Crane - #56 - C-G-T - Alabama - Profile

PRO: Number-one fill-in at either outside linebacker post, Crane has seen a lot of action the past two years when injuries have struck the Jets linebacking corps ... started for Ralph Baker for three games last year on the left side and was an outside starter when the Jets went to a 4-linebacker formation ... recovered a free punt in the victory over Miami to set up a touchdown ... had a fumble recovery in the second clash with Baltimore ... has had a fine six-year career after joining up as a free agent ... makes the center snap on punts ... has made a habit of blocking kicks, batting down a field goal in 1969 and smothering three punts in '68 ... has scored two career TDs, one on a 26-yard interception return and another on a blocked punt recovery in 1969 ... had his finest year in 1969 when he started 3 games ... named winner of the Heede Award given to the most dedicated and improved defensive player in '69 ... signed as a free agent after impressing Jet coaches in workouts for the 1966 Senior Bowl.

PERSONAL: Married ... wife, Hieke ... member of Fellowship of Christian Athletes ... enjoys fishing for relaxation ...

Hometown: Prichard, Ala.

From 1972 Jets yearbook.