John Rodgers (American football)

John Darren Rodgers (February 7, 1960 – January 2, 1995) was an American professional football tight end who played for the Pittsburgh Steelers of the National Football League (NFL).[1] He played college football at Louisiana Tech University.[2][3][4]

John Rodgers
No. 87, 88
PositionTight end
Personal information
Born(1960-02-07)February 7, 1960
Omaha, Texas, U.S.
DiedJanuary 2, 1995(1995-01-02) (aged 34)
Daingerfield, Texas, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
Listed weight220 lb (100 kg)
Career information
High schoolDaingerfield (Daingerfield, Texas)
CollegeLouisiana Tech (1978–1981)
NFL draft1982: undrafted
Career history
Career NFL statistics
Games played28
Receptions2
Receiving Yards36
Stats at Pro Football Reference

References

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  1. John, Butch (June 8, 1983). "Rodgers beat odds as Steeler rookie". The News-Star. p. 20 via Newspapers.com. Open access icon
  2. "John Rodgers stats". Pro Football Reference. Retrieved April 13, 2025.
  3. "John Rodgers, TE". Nfl.com. Retrieved April 13, 2025.
  4. "John Rodgers Pro Football Stats, Position, College, Draft". profootballarchives.com. Retrieved May 15, 2025.