Dick Compton

American-football player (1940-)

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Also known as Richard Lee Compton

Born: April 16, 1940
Birthplace: Colorado City
Citizenship: United States
Occupation: American football player
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1.Stated in Pro Football ReferenceRetrieved 2022-05-09
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Education: McMurry University
Height: 74 in

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Richard Lee Compton is an American former professional football player who was a split end for the Detroit Lions, Pittsburgh Steelers of the National Football League (NFL) and Houston Oilers of the American Football League (AFL). He played college football for the McMurry War Hawks.

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Sex or gender: male
Mass: 190 lb
Position played on team / speciality: wide receiver
Member of sports team: Pittsburgh Steelers
Family name: Compton
Sport: American football
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1.Stated in Pro Football ReferenceRetrieved 2022-05-10
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Given name: Dick

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