Richard Wood
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- For British politician, see Richard Wood, Baron Holderness.
| Richard Wood | |
|---|---|
| Date of birth | May 31, 1953 |
| Place of birth | Elizabeth, NJ |
| Position(s) | Linebacker |
| College | Southern California |
| NFL Draft | 1975 / Round 3 / Pick 68 |
| Statistics | |
| Team(s) | |
| 1975-1984 | Tampa Bay Buccaneers |
Richard Wood, nicknamed Batman, (born May 31, 1953 in Elizabeth, NJ) is a retired National Football League linebacker.
[edit] Professional Career
Wood played from 1975 to 1984 for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
[edit] College Career
Wood went to college at the University of Southern California where he was a three time All-American. The USC Trojans won two National Championships during Woods' playing years.
[edit] Personal
He currently coaches american football at the high school level in Tampa.
His son, Marlon Wood plays wide receiver for the University of Washington.
