Tim Wilson (American football)

Tim Wilson (January 14, 1954 – November 23, 1996) was an American professional football player who was a running back in the National Football League (NFL) for the Houston Oilers and New Orleans Saints. He was a lead blocker for Hall of Fame running back Earl Campbell.^[1] He played college football at the University of Maryland.

Tim Wilson

No. 45, 89
Position:	Running back
Personal information
Born:	(1954-01-14)January 14, 1954 New Castle, Delaware, U.S.
Died:	November 23, 1996(1996-11-23) (aged 42)
Height:	6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
Weight:	226 lb (103 kg)
Career information
College:	Maryland
NFL draft:	1977: 3rd round, 66th pick
Career history
Houston Oilers (1977–1982) New Orleans Saints (1983–1984)
Career NFL statistics
Rushing attempts: 398 Rushing yards: 1,414 Total TDs: 9 Stats at Pro Football Reference

In 1991, Wilson was inducted into the Delaware Sports Museum and Hall of Fame.^[2]

Personal life

Wilson's son, Josh, also played for Maryland and was selected by the Seattle Seahawks in the 2nd round of the 2007 NFL draft.^[3][4]

Wilson died of a heart attack on November 23, 1996.^[5][6]