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106
Games
1
Sacks
18
Interceptions
Willie Tullis is a former cornerback out of Troy; Southern Mississippi, selected by the Houston Texans with the 217th overall pick (round 8) in the 1981 NFL Draft. He played 106 regular-season games from 1981 to 1988.
Draft Details
Year
Round
Round 8
Pick
217th overall
Team
Position
College
Willie Tullis Career Stats
- Primary starter for 4 seasons.
- Ranks 10th in the 1981 draft class in interceptions (18).
Career Totals
| Games | Sacks | Def INT |
|---|---|---|
| 106 | 1 | 18 |
Career span: 1981–1988.
Source: nflverse · Updated Sep 28, 2026
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