Willie Buchanon
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| Willie Buchanon | |
|---|---|
| Date of birth | November 4, 1950 (age 56) |
| Place of birth |  Oceanside, California |
| Position(s) | CB |
| College | San Diego State |
| NFL Draft | 1972 / Round 1 / Pick 7 |
| Pro Bowls | 3 |
| Statistics | |
| Team(s) | |
| 1972-1978 1979-1982 |
Green Bay Packers San Diego Chargers |
Willie James Buchanon (born November 4, 1950 in Oceanside, California) was a graduate of Oceanside High School and San Diego State University.
He was a cornerback for the National Football League Green Bay Packers and was defensive rookie of the year in 1972 and a three-time Pro Bowl Player. He finished his career with his hometown San Diego Chargers, retiring with 28 career interceptions and 15 fumble recoveries. He is now a realtor in San Diego and his son William Buchanon plays wide receiver for the Oakland Raiders and won a national championship with the University of Southern California Trojans.
