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Jim Files

Jimmie Dale Files is an American former professional football player who was a linebacker in the National Football League (NFL). He was selected by the New York Giants 13th overall in the 1970 NFL draft. He played college football for the Oklahoma Sooners.

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PositionLinebacker
Personal information
Born (1948-01-16) January 16, 1948
Paris, Arkansas, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 4 in (1.93 m)
Listed weight240 lb (109 kg)
Career information
High schoolSouthside (AR)
CollegeOklahoma
NFL draft1970: 1st round, 13th overall pick
Career history
Awards and highlights
Career NFL statistics
Interceptions5
Fumble recoveries5
Touchdowns1
Stats at Pro Football Reference

Jimmie Dale Files (born January 16, 1948) is an American former professional football player who was a linebacker in the National Football League (NFL). He was selected by the New York Giants 13th overall in the 1970 NFL draft.1 He played college football for the Oklahoma Sooners.

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