Elmer Collett
Charles Elmer Collett (/ˈkɔːlɛt/ KAWL-eht;[2] born 1944) is an American former professional football player who was a guard for 11 seasons in the National Football League (NFL) for the San Francisco 49ers and the Baltimore Colts.
| Born: | November 7, 1944 Oakland, California, U.S. |
|---|---|
| Career information | |
| Position(s) | Guard |
| College | San Francisco State |
| AFL draft | 1966 / Round: Red Shirt 10 / Pick: 87 |
| Drafted by | Kansas City Chiefs[1] |
| NFL draft | 1966 / Round: 14 / Pick: 208 |
| Career history | |
| As player | |
| 1967–1972 | San Francisco 49ers |
| 1973–1977 | Baltimore Colts |
| Career highlights and awards | |
| Pro Bowls | 1969 |
After his playing career, he became a firefighter. He is owner of a gold mining claim in the Sierra foothills on the Middle Fork of the Yuba River. He resides in Stinson Beach, California. Elmer and wife, Lisa Blackburn of Sunnyvale CA, were married in 1980. They have two sons.
Career
He played as a guard in football. He is retired.
References
- "1966 AFL Draft". Retrieved March 23, 2017.
- Baltimore Colts 1975 Media Guide (pronunciations on page 59). Retrieved September 19, 2020
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