David Carter (offensive lineman)

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David Carter
No. 58, 65
Position: Offensive guard
Center
Personal information
Born:(1953-11-27)November 27, 1953
Vincennes, Indiana U.S.
Died:July 10, 2021(2021-07-10) (aged 67)
Vincennes, Indiana, U.S.
Career information
High school: Vincennes (IN) Lincoln
College: Western Kentucky
NFL Draft: 1977  / Round: 6 / Pick: 165
Career history
Player stats at PFR

David C. Carter (November 27, 1953 – July 10, 2021) was an American professional football player who was an offensive guard and center for nine seasons in the National Football League (NFL) for the Houston Oilers and New Orleans Saints. [1] He played college football at Western Kentucky University. [2]

Carter died at age 67 on July 10, 2021. [2]

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References

  1. "David Carter C". NFL.com. National Football League. Retrieved August 17, 2014.
  2. 1 2 McLain, John (July 10, 2021). "Former Oilers offensive lineman David Carter dies at 67". Houston Chronicle. Retrieved July 11, 2021.