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Forrest Blue
Forrest Blue is a former football player out of Auburn, selected by the San Francisco 49ers with the 15th overall pick (round 1) in the 1968 NFL Draft. His pro career included stints with the San Francisco 49ers and Baltimore Colts.
Draft Details
Forrest Blue Career Stats
- 3× First-team All-Pro (1971–1973)
- 4× Pro Bowl (1971–1974)
- Second-team All-SEC (1965)
- Alabama Sports Hall of Fame
- Tampa Sports Hall of Fame
Career Totals
| Games played | Games started | Fumble recoveries |
|---|---|---|
| 148 | 82 | 5 |
Career History
- San Francisco 49ers (1968–1974)
- Baltimore Colts (1975–1978)
Born: Marfa, Texas, U.S. · Height: 6-6
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| 1 | 13 |  ARI |
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