John Kelsey (American football)

John Wayne Kelsey (born November 22, 1952) is a former American football tight end in the World Football League for The Hawaiians. He played college football at the University of Missouri.

John Kelsey
No. 86
Position:Tight end
Personal information
Born: (1952-11-22) November 22, 1952
Austin, Texas
Height:6 ft 6 in (1.98 m)
Weight:240 lb (109 kg)
Career information
High school:Belton (MO)
College:Missouri
NFL Draft:1974 / Round: 5 / Pick: 126
Career history

Early years

Kelsey attended Belton High School. He accepted a football scholarship from the University of Missouri. As a sophomore, he posted 11 receptions for 141 yards (fourth on the team) and one touchdown.

As a junior, he was passed on the depth chat by John Muse and only had 3 receptions for 63 yards. As a senior, he recorded 7 receptions for 71 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Professional career

Kelsey was selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the fifth round (126th overall) of the 1974 NFL Draft.[1] He instead opted to sign with The Hawaiians of the World Football League.[2] He was the starter at tight end, registering 37 receptions for 505 yards (13.6-yard avg.) and 6 touchdowns. He played until the league folded mid-way through the 1975 season.

References
  1. "1974 NFL Draft". Retrieved June 29, 2019.
  2. "Larry Fogle: A Million Dollar Baby?". Retrieved June 29, 2019.
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