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Matt Blair is a former linebacker out of Iowa State; Northeast Oklahoma, selected by the Minnesota Vikings with the 51st overall pick (round 2) in the 1974 NFL Draft. His pro career included stints with the Minnesota Vikings.
Draft Details
Year
Round
Round 2
Pick
51st overall
Team
Position
College
Matt Blair Career Stats
- First-team All-Pro (1980)
- 6× Pro Bowl (1977–1982)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1974)
- Minnesota Vikings Ring of Honor
- 50 Greatest Vikings
- Minnesota Vikings 40th Anniversary Team
- Minnesota Vikings 25th Anniversary Team
- First-team All-American (1973)
Career Totals
| Sacks | Interceptions | Interception yards | Fumble recoveries | Total touchdowns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | 16 | 119 | 20 | 2 |
Career History
- Minnesota Vikings (1974–1985)
Born: Hilo, Hawaii, U.S. · Height: 6-5
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| 1 | 6 |  NYJ |
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| 1 | 7 |  LA |
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TE | Colorado |
| 1 | 8 |  DET |
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ILB |  Penn State |
| 1 | 9 |  SF |
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