Godwin Turk

Godwin Turk

New York Jets 58th overall

Godwin Turk is a former inside linebacker out of Southern; California, selected by the New York Jets with the 58th overall pick (round 3) in the 1974 NFL Draft. His pro career included stints with the New York Jets and Denver Broncos.

Draft Details

Year
Round
Round 3
Pick
58th overall
Position

Godwin Turk Career Stats

Career Totals

InterceptionsInterception yardsFumble recoveries
4563

Career History

Born: Houston, Texas, U.S. · Height: 6-3

Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA) · Updated Sep 28, 2026

Draft Class Context

Godwin Turk was the 4th of 5 ILBs selected in the 1974 draft. The 58th overall pick has been used 60 times in draft history. Its most productive selection was Torrey Smith in 2011, who played 125 games. Southern had 2 players drafted in 1974, including Willie Brister. Career statistics for him are not currently held in this database; coverage is thinner for earlier draft classes.

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