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90
Games
11,142
Pass Yards
61
Pass TD
51
INT
503
Rush Yards
6
Rush TD
Tony Eason is a former quarterback out of Illinois; American River, selected by the New England Patriots with the 15th overall pick (round 1) in the 1983 NFL Draft. He played 90 regular-season games from 1983 to 1990.
Draft Details
Year
Round
Round 1
Pick
15th overall
Team
Position
College
Tony Eason Career Stats
- Primary starter for 3 seasons.
- Ranks 5th in the 1983 draft class in passing yards (11,142).
Career Totals
| Games | Pass Yds | Pass TD | INT Thrown | Rush Yds | Rush TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90 | 11,142 | 61 | 51 | 503 | 6 |
Career span: 1983–1990.
Source: nflverse · Updated Sep 28, 2026
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