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Willie Shelby is a former running back out of Alabama, selected by the Cincinnati Bengals with the 138th overall pick (round 5) in the 1976 NFL Draft. His pro career included stints with the Cincinnati Bengals and St. Louis Cardinals.
Draft Details
Willie Shelby Career Stats
- NFL kickoff return yards leader (1976)
- National champion (1973)
- First-team All-SEC (1974)
- Second-team All-SEC (1973)
Career Totals
| Rushing attempts | Rushing yards | Total TDs |
|---|---|---|
| 7 | 14 | 2 |
Career History
- Cincinnati Bengals (1976–1977)
- St. Louis Cardinals (1978)
Born: Hattiesburg, Mississippi, U.S. · Height: 5-11 · Weight: 195 lb
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| 1 | 3 |  NO |
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| 1 | 4 |  SD |
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| 1 | 5 |  NE |
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| 1 | 6 |  NYJ |
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| 1 | 7 |  CLE |
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| 1 | 8 |  CHI |
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| 1 | 9 |  ATL |
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| 1 | 11 |  CIN |
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