Born:
February 23, 1943 - Erie, Pennsylvania
Drafted: Fred Biletnikoff was a second round draft choice of the Oakland Raiders in the 1965 AFL Draft. He was also selected by the NFL's Detroit Lions, but chose to sign with the Raiders instead.
Years Played:
1965-1978
Position Played: Wide Receiver
Played For: Oakland Raiders
Alma Mater: Florida State
Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame: 1988
Uniform Number:
25
Notables:
An award in Fred Biletnikoff's name goes to the nation’s top collegiate wide receiver.
Best Season:
Fred Biletnikoff's best season came in 1968, when he led the league in receiving with 61 receptions for 1,037 yards and six touchdowns.
High School: Technical Memorial High School - Erie, Pa.
College Highlights:
• All-America (1964)
• College All-Star game (1964)
• Named to Walter Camp All-Century Team
NFL Career Totals:
• In 190 regular season games, Fred Biletnikoff caught 589 passes for 8,974 yards and 76 touchdowns.
• In 19 playoff games, he caught 70 passes for 1,167 yards and 10 touchdowns.
NFL Highlights:
• Named All-AFL (1969)
• Named All-AFC (1970,72,73)
• Played in Two AFL All-Star Games
• Played in Four AFC-NFC Pro Bowls
• Played in Three AFL Title Games
• Played in Five AFC Title Games
• Played in Two Super Bowls (II,XI)
• Super Bowl MVP (XI)
• Inducted into Pro Football Hall of Fame (1988)
