Richard Neal
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| Height: | 6'3" |
| Weight: | 263 lbs |
| Age: | 61 |
| Years With Jets: | 1973-77 |
| College: | Southern |
PRO: "He's an old pro who knows what's going on," says Michaels. "He gives us consistency and leadership." ...probably had his best year last season since coming tothe Jets along with Delles Howell from New Orleans in 1973draft even trade for Jets' number two and three draft choices ...led last year's defensive line with four QB sacks ...had 34 solo tackles and 36 assists ...started every game but finale because of knee injury ...defensive captain last season and player representative for 1975-76 ... played three different line spots in first year with Jets ...shared right end duties in 1974 and tied for team lead with five sacks ...regular defensive end last two seasons ... was regular defensive tackle for Saints and captain in 1972 ...originally Saints' number two choice in 1969.
COLLEGE:All-NAIA in 1968 four-year letterman ...captain as senior . All-SWAC.
PERSONAL:Married Phyllis Hawkins . daughter Staci Marie 8 and son Ricki 4 . B.A.in political science ...works in public relations ...birthplace: Minden, La.... hometown: Shreveport, La.From 1977 Jets yearbook.
