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26. Riley Odoms

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26. Riley Odoms
Drafted 5th Overall in 1972 from the University of Houston, Riley Odoms would have a very good career in the NFL, which all transpired in Denver.  Odoms was one of the better receiving Tight Ends of his day, and he would be named to four Pro Bowls (1973, 1974, 1975 & 1978) with two of those seasons earning him a First Team All-Pro nod.  He would retire with 396 Receptions for 5,755 Yards and 41 Touchdowns.

The Bullet Points

  • Position: Tight End
  • Acquired: Selected in the 1st Round, 5th Overall in the NFL Draft 1/5/72.
  • Departed: Retired after the 1983 Season.
  • Games Played: 153
  • Notable Statistics:

    396 Receptions
    5,755 Receiving Yards
    41 Receiving Touchdowns
    25 Rushing Attempts
    211 Rushing Yards
    2 Rushing Touchdowns
    67 Approximate Value

    6 Playoff Games
    11 Receptions
    92 Receiving Yards
    1 Receiving Touchdown

  • Major Accolades and Awards:

    First Team All-Pro (1974 & 1975)
    Second Team All-Pro (1973 & 1977)
    Pro Bowl (1973, 1974, 1975 & 1978)

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