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James Scott

b. 1952

American football wide receiver

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About James Scott

Born 1952. James Scott is an American american football player and canadian football player.

Bernard James Scott (born March 28, 1952) is an American former professional football player who was a wide receiver for seven seasons with the Chicago Bears in the National Football League (NFL). He was selected 193rd overall in the eighth round by the New York Jets in the 1975 NFL draft.

In 1974, he played for the Chicago Fire of the World Football League (WFL), catching 52 passes for 755 yards and 8 touchdowns. He had his best pro season in 1981, for the Montreal Alouettes of the Canadian Football League (CFL), when he caught 81 passes for 1422 yards and 6 touchdowns and was a conference All-Star.

Scott is now living back in his home state of Texas, near Dallas.

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Important facts

Born
28 March 1952, Longview
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
American football player, Canadian football player
Nationality
United States
Education
Trinity Valley Community College

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Frequently asked questions

Who is James Scott?

American football wide receiver

When was James Scott born?

James Scott was born on 28 March 1952 in Longview.

What is James Scott's occupation?

James Scott is an american football player and canadian football player.

What nationality is James Scott?

James Scott is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: James Scott

· Wikidata: Q6142856

· DBpedia: James Scott (gridiron football)

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