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James Thaxton is a former tight end out of Tennessee State, selected by the San Diego Chargers with the 84th overall pick (round 4) in the 1973 NFL Draft. His pro career included stints with the San Diego Chargers, Cleveland Browns, Oakland Raiders and New Orleans Saints.
Draft Details
James Thaxton Career Stats
Career Totals
| Receptions | Receiving yards | Receiving TDs |
|---|---|---|
| 35 | 544 | 5 |
Career History
- San Diego Chargers (1973–1974)
- Cleveland Browns (1974)
- Oakland Raiders (1975)
- New Orleans Saints (1976–1977)
- St. Louis Cardinals (1978)
Born: Brownsville, Tennessee, U.S. · Height: 6-2 · Weight: 240 lb
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| 1 | 1 |  TEN |
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| 1 | 3 |  PHI |
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| 1 | 5 |  ARI |
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| 1 | 7 |  BUF |
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| 1 | 8 |  CHI |
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| 1 | 9 |  DEN |
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| 1 | 10 | IND |
Joe Ehrmann | DT |  Syracuse |
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