Rich Houston

Richard Charles Houston (November 16, 1945 – December 11, 1982) was an American professional football wide receiver who played five seasons with the New York Giants of the National Football League (NFL). He was selected by the Giants in the fourth round of the 1969 NFL/AFL draft after playing college football at East Texas State University.

Early life Richard Charles Houston was born on November 16, 1945, in Texarkana, Texas. He attended Dunbar High School in Texarkana.

Professional career Houston was selected by the New York Giants in the fourth round, with the 92nd overall pick, of the 1969 NFL/AFL draft. He played in six games for the Giants during the 1969 season, catching two passes for 69 yards and returning 12 kicks for 252 yards. Houston appeared in all 14 games for the second consecutive season in 1973, recording eight receptions for 90 yards and 15 kick returns for 375 yards.

Death Houston was killed in a car crash on December 11, 1982, in Hackensack, New Jersey.