Donald Jordan

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Donald Jordan
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Position: Running back
Personal information
Born: (1962-02-09) February 9, 1962 (age 62)
Houston, Texas, U.S.
Height:6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
Weight:210 lb (95 kg)
Career information
High school: Madison (Houston, Texas)
College: Houston
NFL draft: 1984  / round: 12 / pick: 330
Career history
 * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
Career highlights and awards
Stats at Pro Football Reference

Donald Ray Jordan (born February 9, 1962) is an American former professional football running back who played one season with the Chicago Bears of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Houston Cougars.

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Early life

Donald Ray Jordan was born on February 9, 1962, in Houston, Texas. [1] He attended James Madison High School in Houston. [1] He committed to play college football for the Houston Cougars of the University of Houston. [2]

College career

Jordan was a member of the Houston Cougars from 1980 to 1981 and a two-year letterman from 1982 to 1983. [1] He rushed 14 times for 42 yards in 1981 while returning seven kicks for 135 yards. [3] In 1982, he totaled 41 carries for 159 yards and two touchdowns, one catch for 11 yards, and four kick returns for 83 yards. [3] He missing spring practice in 1983 due to knee surgery. [4] Jordan made his first career start in the 1983 season opener against Rice, running for 138 yards and three touchdowns in a 45–14 victory. [5] [4] Overall, he rushed 191 times for 1,049 yards and seven touchdowns in 1983 while also catching seven passes for 67 yards and one touchdown. [3] He was named second-team All-SWC by United Press International for the 1983 season. [6]

Professional career

Jordan was selected by the Chicago Bears in the 12th round, with the 330th overall pick, of the 1984 NFL draft. [7] He officially signed with the team on June 15. [8] He played in 13 games for the Bears in 1984, recording 11 rushing attempts for 70 yards, one reception for six yards, five kick returns for 62 yards, one fumble, and three fumble recoveries. [7] He was placed on injured reserve on December 15, 1984. [8] Jordan was released on August 27, 1985. [8]

Jordan signed with the Houston Oilers on February 24, 1987. [8] He was released on July 31, 1987. [9]

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References

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  2. ↑ "Other prospects commit selves". Fort Worth Star-Telegram . February 10, 1980. pp. 3B. Retrieved January 13, 2025.
  3. 1 2 3 "Donald Jordan". Sports Reference . Retrieved January 13, 2025.
  4. 1 2 "Houston rolls over Rice, 45–14". Albany Democrat-Herald . Associated Press. September 2, 1983. p. 15. Retrieved January 13, 2025.
  5. ↑ "Houston routs Rice". Ukiah Daily Journal . September 2, 1983. p. 12. Retrieved January 13, 2025.
  6. ↑ "The 1983 United Press International all-Southwest Conference football team". United Press International . November 30, 1983.
  7. 1 2 "Donald Jordan". Pro Football Reference . Retrieved January 13, 2025.
  8. 1 2 3 4 "Donald Jordan NFL Transactions". Pro Football Archives. Retrieved January 13, 2025.
  9. ↑ Walker, John (August 1, 1987). "Oilers lose 6-year veteran center". San Angelo Standard-Times . pp. 1D. Retrieved January 13, 2025.
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