Paul Rochester - #72 - DT - Michigan State - Profile

Paul Rochester

Paul Rochester

#72
DT
Height: 6'2"
Weight: 245 lbs
Age: 70
Years With Jets: 1963-69
College: Michigan State

PRO: A solid performer on the defensive line, Rocky has been a regular since coming to the Jets late in the '63 season as a free agent from Kansas City ... had one of his greatest seasons in '68 as Weeb Ewbank used him in a rotation with the lighter but quicker Carl McAdams... together they provided the Jets' league-leading defense with strength at tackle ... coaches point out that he has helped steady the other members of the Jets young "front line" and is a very knowledgeable player who gets a good line on his opposing player.

PERSONAL: works in off-season as ass't sales manager for U.S. Plywood ... won all-American honors in high school football and lacrosse... enjoys hunting and fishing for relaxation... makes year-round home in Port Washington, LI...Hometown: Floral Park, N.Y.

Rochester wore the number 73 in 1964.