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Jerry Rush

Gerald Mitchell Rush is an American former professional football player who was a defensive tackle in the National Football League (NFL). He was selected by the Detroit Lions in the second round of the 1965 NFL draft. He played college football for the Michigan State Spartans. He played his entire career with the Lions, retiring during training camp before the 1972 season.

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PositionDefensive tackle
Personal information
Born (1942-08-07) August 7, 1942
Pontiac, Michigan, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 4 in (1.93 m)
Listed weight265 lb (120 kg)
Career information
High schoolPontiac Central
CollegeMichigan State (1961-1964)
NFL draft1965: 2nd round, 25th overall pick
AFL draft1965: 1st round, 7th overall pick
Career history
* Offseason and/or practice squad member only
Awards and highlights
Career NFL statistics
Fumble recoveries3
Sacks26
Stats at Pro Football Reference

Gerald Mitchell Rush (born August 7, 1942) is an American former professional football player who was a defensive tackle in the National Football League (NFL). He was selected by the Detroit Lions in the second round of the 1965 NFL draft. He played college football for the Michigan State Spartans. He played his entire career with the Lions, retiring during training camp before the 1972 season.1

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References

  1. "Rush calls it quits". Argus-Press. AP. July 20, 1972. p. 18. Retrieved September 6, 2016.