Maurice Tyler
CB
| Height: | 6'0" |
| Weight: | 189 lbs |
| Age: | 58 |
| Years With Jets: | 1977 |
| College: | Morgan State |
PRO: Acquired on waivers from Detroit on June 22...signed with the Lions as a free agent after being cut by San Diego shortly before beginning of 1976 campaign ... played nine games with Lions last fall, primarily on special teams ...drafted in 10th round by Buffalo in 1972...became a starter and picked off four interceptions for 61 yards in rookie season ...named AFC defensive player ofthe week after performance against New England on Nov. 19,1972...claimed on waivers by Denverin 1973 and appeared in 28 games for the Broncos in two years ...traded to San Diego in June, 1975,for defensive back Reggie Berry...was a standout for Chargers on special teams ...was an all-purpose reserve at strong safety, weak side linebacker and wide receiver ...made 14 unassisted tackles, several coming as first man downfield on kick coverage.
COLLEGE: Attended Baltimore Community College fortwoyears before transferring to Morgan State ...made Pittsburgh Courier All-America team in 1971...played defensive end and safety ...also completed in basketball and lacrosse.
PERSONAL: Married Marilyn Meeks...son Maurice II, 1...birthplace and hometown: Baltimore, Md.
From 1977 Jets yearbook.
