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Ted Washington, Sr.

1948 – 2017

American football player

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About Ted Washington, Sr.

Lived 1948 – 2017 (aged 69). Ted Washington, Sr. was an American american football player.

Theodore Bernard Washington Sr. (February 16, 1948 – May 8, 2017) was an American professional football player who was a linebacker in the National Football League (NFL).

He played ten seasons with the Houston Oilers, playing outside linebacker. Washington attended George S. Middleton High School in Tampa, graduated from Tuskegee Institute High School in Tuskegee, Alabama and later played collegiate football at Mississippi Valley State University. Washington earned a bachelor's degree in Health and Physical Education from MVSU, a master's degree in Guidance and Counseling from Tuskegee University, and devoted his life to Christian ministry following retirement from the NFL. He was the father of former NFL player Ted Washington Jr.

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Important facts

Born
16 February 1948
Birth century
20th century
Died
8 May 2017
Occupation
American football player
Nationality
United States
Education
George S. Middleton High School
Also known as
Theodore Bernard Washington

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Ted Washington, Sr.?

American football player (1948-2017)

When was Ted Washington, Sr. born?

Ted Washington, Sr. was born on 16 February 1948.

When did Ted Washington, Sr. die?

Ted Washington, Sr. died on 8 May 2017.

What was Ted Washington, Sr.'s occupation?

Ted Washington, Sr. was an american football player.

What nationality was Ted Washington, Sr.?

Ted Washington, Sr. was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ted Washington, Sr.

· Wikidata: Q7693852

· DBpedia: Ted Washington Sr.

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