About Tom Hayes
Born 1946. Tom Hayes is an American american football player.
Thomas J. Hayes Jr. (born April 18, 1946) is an American former professional football player who was a cornerback in the National Football League (NFL). He played for the Atlanta Falcons from 1971 to 1975 and for the San Diego Chargers in 1976. He played college football for the San Diego State Aztecs.
Biography
Tom Hayes Jr. was born April 18, 1946, in Riverside, California. He attended high school in Riverside where he was a star sprinter on the school track and field team, turning in a 9.7 time on the 100 yard dash, as well as a forward on the basketball team.
After graduation he attended Riverside City College,where he continued his athletic career, earning All-Eastern California honors on the hardwood. He quickly got his chance to prove his mettle when starter Rudy Redmond went down with a hamstring injury ahead of the first game of the 1971 season.
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Who is Tom Hayes?
American football player
When was Tom Hayes born?
Tom Hayes was born on 18 April 1946 in Riverside.
What is Tom Hayes's occupation?
Tom Hayes is an american football player.
What nationality is Tom Hayes?
Tom Hayes is American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Tom Hayes (cornerback)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Tom Hayes. https://biography.guide/tom-hayes/
MLA: "Tom Hayes." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/tom-hayes/.
Chicago: "Tom Hayes." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/tom-hayes/.
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