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Lyle Blackwood
Date of birth: (1951-05-24) May 24, 1951 (age 72)
Place of birth: San Antonio, Texas, United States
Career information
Position(s): Safety
College: Texas Christian
NFL Draft: 1973 / Round: 9 / Pick 217
(By the Denver Broncos)
Organizations
 As player:
1973-1975
1976
1977-1980
1981-1986
Cincinnati Bengals
Seattle Seahawks
Baltimore Colts
Miami Dolphins
Playing stats at DatabaseFootball.com

Lyle Vernon Blackwood (born May 24, 1951) played safety position in the National Football League and is best known for teaming alongside his brother, Glenn Blackwood with the Miami Dolphins as part of the notorious "Killer B's" defense. The two Blackwoods referred to themselves as "The Bruise Brothers."

While a Dolphin, Blackwood played alongside greats such as hall of famer Dwight Stephenson, Bob Baumhower, Bob Brudzinski, A.J. Duhe and, of course, his brother. This formidable team won several division titles (1981, 1983, 1984, 1985) and made two Super Bowl appearances (1982, 1984).

A similar Dolphin team with the "Killer B's" and company upset the 1985 Chicago Bears (15-1) and kept them from an undefeated season.

With Blackwood on defense, the "Killer B's" complemented Miami's strong offensive unit guided by hall of fame quarterback Dan Marino, wide receivers Mark Duper and Mark Clayton: "The Marks Brothers" along with legendary coach Don Shula.

Blackwood played a total of 14 seasons in the NFL. He was born in San Antonio, Texas and attended Texas Christian University. He finished his career with 35 interceptions and 9 defensive fumble recoveries. In 1977 he led the NFL interceptions with 10.

Blackwood also holds the distinction of being a member of the Seattle Seahawks during their inaugural season.

In September 2011, the brick mailbox in front of Blackwood's Dallas, Texas home was damaged in a minor traffic incident. The damage has since been repaired.


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