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Elvin Bethea is a former defensive end out of North Carolina A&T, selected by the Houston Oilers with the 77th overall pick (round 3) in the 1968 NFL Draft. His pro career included stints with the Houston Oilers.
Draft Details
Elvin Bethea Career Stats
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (1975, 1979)
- 8× Pro Bowl (1969, 1971–1975, 1978, 1979)
- Titans/Oilers Ring of Honor
- Tennessee Titans No. 65 retired
Career Totals
| Tackles | Sacks | Safeties | Fumble recoveries | Defensive touchdowns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 691 | 105 | 2 | 16 | 1 |
Career History
- Houston Oilers (1968–1983)
Born: Trenton, New Jersey, U.S. · Height: 6-2
Draft Class Context
Elvin Bethea was the 7th of 13 DEs selected in the 1968 draft. The 77th overall pick has been used 59 times in draft history. Career statistics for him are not currently held in this database; coverage is thinner for earlier draft classes.
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