NFL Records
John Goodman is a former defensive end out of Oklahoma, selected by the Pittsburgh Steelers with the 56th overall pick (round 2) in the 1980 NFL Draft. He played 64 regular-season games from 1980 to 1985.
Draft Details
John Goodman Career Stats
- Primary starter for 4 seasons.
Career Totals
| Games | Sacks |
|---|---|
| 64 | 10 |
Career span: 1980–1985.
Source: nflverse · Updated Sep 28, 2026
Draft Class Context
John Goodman was the 8th of 20 DEs selected in the 1980 draft. The 56th overall pick has been used 57 times in draft history. Its most productive selection was Ladell Betts in 2002, who played 109 games. Oklahoma had 7 players drafted in 1980, among them Billy Sims and George Cumby. Career statistics for him are not currently held in this database; coverage is thinner for earlier draft classes.
Shop Related Gear
As an Amazon Associate, NFL Records earns from qualifying purchases. Links open Amazon in a new tab.