Robert Woods - #72 - T - Tennessee State - Profile

Robert Woods

Robert Woods

#72
T
Height: 6'4"
Weight: 259 lbs
Age: 58
Years With Jets: 1973-77
College: Tennessee State

PRO:Hampered last year bya series of injuries ...had off-season surgery forbone spurs in ankle ...medical reports indicate he should be fully recovered ...became a regular at lefttackle as rookie and started 40 straight games until sprained knee and ankle problems sidelined him forfour games last year ...started final eight games ..."His best years should bejust ahead of him." says Michaels. "He's been held back by nagging injuries but he plays with pain. He comes off the ball well and is an adequate pass protector." ...enjoyed his best year in 1975...had good size and strength."

COLLEGE:Coached by Jets' staff in Senior Bowl following 1972 season ...AP Little All-America first team ...played in College All-Star Game ...played on three championship teams at Tennessee State.

PERSONAL:Single ...student teacher in off-season ...brother Larry played defensive tackle forJets from 1974-75... birthplace: Florence, Ala.... hometown: Rogersville, Ala.

From 1977 Jets yearbook.