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- College football coaches pursued Woodson at graduation time and he chose Purdue University, staying close to his family. At Purdue, he was a four year starter for the Boilermakers, played 44 consecutive games and setting 13 team records, including 320 solo tackles and 11 interceptions.
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In addition to his exploits on the gridiron, Woodson was also an accomplished track and field athlete at Purdue, and was twice awarded All-America honors. He finished second at the 1985 NCAA championships in the 55 meter hurdles and third at the 1987 NCAA championships in the 55 meter hurdles.
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May 17, 2018 · 1983-86. Rod Woodson left Purdue the same way he entered it - as an All American. He came to West Lafayette from Fort Wayne (Indiana) Snider High School as a Parade All American recruit and finished his college career as a consensus All-America defensive back.
Rod Woodson did it all during his college career at Purdue. He played running back and wide receiver on offense, played cornerback and safety on defense, and returned punts and kickoffs. As a result, it was no surprise when the Pittsburgh Steelers drafted the modern-day “triple threat” star in the first round of the 1987 NFL Draft.
Jan 20, 2023 · Football + Track & Field ? 🤔 Rod Woodson was also an accomplished track and field athlete at Purdue, and was twice awarded All-America honors. He finished 2nd at the 1985 NCAA championships in the 55 meter hurdles and 3rd at the 1987 NCAA championships in the 55 meter hurdles.
Apr 23, 2020 · WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Rod Woodson was simply a freak of nature when it came to athleticism and he became one of the best to ever play at Purdue and in the NFL at his position, which is why...
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Dec 3, 2017 · College football coaches pursued Woodson at graduation time and he chose Purdue University, staying close to his family. At Purdue, he was a four year starter for the Boilermakers, played 44 consecutive games and setting 13 team records, including 320 solo tackles and 11 interceptions.
Named Purdue’s 1986-87 Male Athlete of the Year, Woodson led the Boilermakers to an appearance in the 1984 Peach Bowl. He finished his career with 445 tackles, 11 interceptions and 29 pass breakups while adding 71 kickoff returns for 1,535 yards and one touchdown.
