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| Born: | May 15, 1937 Los Angeles, California, U.S. | ||||||
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| Undrafted: | 1961 | ||||||
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Dainard Paulson (born May 5, 1937) is an American former professional football player who was a defensive back for the New York Titans / Jets of the American Football League (AFL). He played college football for the Oregon State Beavers. With the Jets, he was an AFL All-Star in 1964 and 1965.
Currently resides in Selah, WA.[ citation needed ]
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