Read Next
Willie Lanier: Facts & Related Content
Facts
| Also Known As | Willie Edward Lanier |
|---|---|
| Born | August 21, 1945 (age 79) • Virginia |
| Awards And Honors | Super Bowl • Pro Football Hall of Fame (1986) • Pro Football Hall of Fame (inducted 1986) • 1 AFL championship • 1 Super Bowl championship • 3 All-Pro selections • 8 Pro Bowl selections • 1972 Walter Payton Man of the Year |
| Education | Morgan State University |
| Height/Weight | 6 ft 1 inch, 245 lb (1.85 m, 111 kg) |
| Position | linebacker |
| Jersey Number | 63 (Kansas City Chiefs, 1967–1977) |
| Draft | Drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs in the second round (50th overall) of the 1967 NFL draft. |
| Games Played | 149 |
| Interceptions | 27 |
| Touchdowns | 2 |
| Yards Gained By Passing | 440 |
Top Questions
What position did Willie Lanier play?
Willie Lanier played linebacker.
When was Willie Lanier inducted to the Hall of Fame?
Willie Lanier was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1986.
What college did Willie Lanier attend?
Willie Lanier attended Morgan State University.
How many times was Willie Lanier selected to the Pro Bowl?
Willie Lanier was selected to the Pro Bowl eight times.
When was Willie Lanier born?
Willie Lanier was born on August 21, 1945, in Clover, Virginia, United States.
How tall was Willie Lanier?
Willie Lanier was 6 ft 1 inch, 245 lb (1.85 m, 111 kg).
How many Super Bowls did Willie Lanier win?
Willie Lanier won one Super Bowl championship.
Related Biographies
Paul Warfield
American football player
Lawrence Taylor
American football player
Jerry Rice
American football player
Alan Page
American football player, jurist, and writer
Emmitt Smith
American football player
Patrick Mahomes
American football player
Travis Kelce
American football player
Tyreek Hill
American football player
Chuck Bednarik
American football player
Peyton Manning
American football player
Brett Favre
American football player
Joe Montana
American football player
Troy Polamalu
American football player
Ray Lewis
American football player
Mike Webster
American football player
Emlen Tunnell
American football player
Walter Payton
American football player
Reggie White
American football player
Deacon Jones
American football player
Fritz Pollard
American football player and coach
Related Quizzes and Features
Quiz
