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Ricky Patton is a former running back out of Jackson State University; Michigan; Ferris State, selected by the Atlanta Falcons with the 257th overall pick (round 10) in the 1978 NFL Draft. His pro career included stints with the Atlanta Falcons, Green Bay Packers and San Francisco 49ers.
Draft Details
Ricky Patton Career Stats
- Super Bowl champion (XVI)
Career Totals
| Rushing yards | Rushing average | Rushing touchdowns |
|---|---|---|
| 885 | 3.4 | 5 |
Career History
- Atlanta Falcons (1978–1979)
- Green Bay Packers (1979)
- San Francisco 49ers (1980–1982)
Born: Flint, Michigan, U.S. · Height: 5-11
Draft Class Context
Ricky Patton was the 31st of 33 RBs selected in the 1978 draft. The 257th overall pick has been used 15 times in draft history. Jackson State University had 4 players drafted in 1978, among them Louis Bullard and Charles Williams. Career statistics for him are not currently held in this database; coverage is thinner for earlier draft classes.
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