Eric Wright (football player)

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Eric Wright
Date of birth April 18, 1959
Place of birth St. Louis, Missouri
Position(s) CB
College Missouri
NFL Draft 1981 / Round 2
Pro Bowls 2
Statistics
Team(s)
1981-1990 San Francisco 49ers

Eric Cortez Wright (born April 18, 1959 in St. Louis, Missouri), was a former American professional football player who was selected by the San Francisco 49ers in the 2nd round of the 1981 NFL Draft. A 6'1", 183 lbs. cornerback from the University of Missouri, Wrights played in 10 NFL seasons and spent his entire career with the 49ers from 1981-1990.

A two-time Pro Bowler, Wright's peak performance year was during the 1983 season when he intercepted 7 passes for 164 yards and 2 touchdowns. He was a four-time Super Bowl winner with the 49ers, one of only a few NFL players to claim that feat. He recorded an interception in Super Bowl XVI and Super Bowl XIX.

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  • 110 Games
  • 18 Interceptions
  • 256 Yards
  • 2 Touchdowns
  • 5 fumble recoveries

Wright is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha, the first intercollegiate Greek-letter fraternity established for African Americans.[1]

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