Wendell Tyler, Date of Birth, Place of Birth

    

Wendell Tyler

American football player

Date of Birth: 20-May-1955

Place of Birth: Shreveport, Louisiana, United States

Profession: American football player

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Taurus


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About Wendell Tyler

  • Wendell Avery Tyler (born May 20, 1955) is a former professional American football player who was selected by the Los Angeles Rams in the 3rd round of the 1977 NFL Draft.
  • A 5'10", 198 lbs.
  • running back from UCLA, Tyler played in 10 NFL seasons from 1977 to 1986 for the Los Angeles Rams and San Francisco 49ers.In 1979, he helped lead the Rams to Super Bowl XIV, where they were defeated 31-19 by the Pittsburgh Steelers.
  • In 1984, he rushed for a 49er team record 1,262 yards during the regular season, and also caught 28 passes for 230 yards, was selected to the Pro Bowl, and played in Super Bowl XIX in which the 49ers defeated the Miami Dolphins 38-16.
  • Tyler was the first player ever to lead two teams in rushing in two Super Bowls.

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