Jeff_Wright_(defensive_back)

Jeff Wright (defensive back)

Jeff Wright (defensive back)

American football player (born 1949)

Jeff Ralph Wright (born June 13, 1949) is a former American football player. He played safety for the Minnesota Vikings for the National Football League (NFL) from 1971 to 1977, appearing in three Super Bowls.[1] He finished his NFL career with 12 interceptions and 9 fumbles recovered in 82 regular season games.[2] After graduating from Edina High School, Wright attended the University of Minnesota, where he was to the 1970 All-Big Ten Conference football team. He was drafted by his hometown team in 15th round of the 1971 NFL Draft.

For the Buffalo Bills player, see Jeff Wright (defensive tackle).
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References

  1. [1]
    "Three the easy way: When Edina became the first three-peat state champion". Star Tribune. Retrieved July 26, 2020.
  2. [2]
    "Jeff Wright Stats Summary | NFL.com". www.nfl.com. Retrieved July 26, 2020.
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