Nate Wright
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| Nate Wright | |
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| Date of birth | December 21, 1947 |
| Place of birth | Madison, FL |
| Position(s) | cornerback |
| College | San Diego State University |
| Pro Bowls | 1 |
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| Team(s) | |
| 1969 1969-1970 1971-1980 |
Atlanta Falcons Arizona Cardinals Minnesota Vikings |
Nate Wright played professional NFL football from 1969-1980.
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[edit] Professional Career
Wright earned All-Pro honors at defensive back in 1974 and 1976. He career consisted mostly of time as a defensive back with the great Minnesota Vikings teams of the 1970s. He totaled 34 interceptions and three fumble recoveries in 156 professional games.
[edit] College Career
He was an All-Conference player from two years at San Diego State University after transferring from Monterey Peninsula College before turning pro.
[edit] High School Career
He attended high school in Monterey, CA.
[edit] Personal
He was the defensive player whom receiver Drew Pearson illegally pushed off on the infamous 'Hail Mary' pass (Dallas vs. Minnesota, 1975 NFC semifinal playoff game).
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