There were two wide receivers in the NFL named Gene Washington; for the other, see Gene Washington (wide receiver, born 1947)
Eugene Washington (born November 23, 1944) is a former American football wide receiver in the National Football League . He played for the Minnesota Vikings (1967–1972) and the Denver Broncos (1973–1974). He wore #84 for Minnesota and Denver.
College career [ ]
A big 6'3", 208 lbs receiver with great speed, he ran track as well as playing football for the Michigan State Spartans . He was drafted in the first round by the Minnesota Vikings in 1967 NFL Draft , along with college teammate, running back Clinton Jones and future Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee Alan Page , a defensive end from the University of Notre Dame . He was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2011.
Professional career [ ]
As a rookie , Washington averaged 29.5 yards per reception . In 1968 he caught 46 passes. In 1969 he had 821 receiving yards and 9 touchdowns . Washington made the Pro Bowl in 1969 and 1970 . He played in Super Bowl IV (1 catch for 9 yards) after the 1969 NFL season . The Vikings were upset by the Kansas City Chiefs , 23-7, on January 11, 1970 at Tulane Stadium , in New Orleans .
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Name
Washington, Gene
Alternative names
Short description
American football player
Date of birth
November 23, 1944
Place of birth
La Porte, Texas
Date of death
Place of death