Otis Armstrong

Quick Facts

Full Name	Otis Armstrong
Occupation	American Football Player
Date Of Birth	Nov 15, 1950(1950-11-15)
Age	74
Birthplace	Chicago
Country	United States
Birth City	Illinois
Horoscope	Scorpio

Otis Armstrong Biography

Otis Armstrong is one of the most popular and richest American Football Player who was born on November 15, 1950 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. In the duration the course of Armstrong’s Purdue time, Armstrong became the all-time most prolific run-rusher of the Big Ten Conference and Purdue history. He was ranked as the sixth best player among NCAA records at the time. The record of 3,315 yards within three years surpassed the previous record of 3,212 yards set by Alan Ameche of Wisconsin – set in the span of four years. Armstrong still holds the Purdue single game record for rushing (276 yards) against. Indiana, the arch-rival. Indiana.) Armstrong ended up as the All-Purpose leader of all time in yards for Purdue (4,601 yards) and is currently 4th in all-time.

Prior to the start of his NFL professional career began, Armstrong played for Purdue University which was the school’s top rusher and the leader for all- purpose yards. Armstrong was chosen to the Purdue University’s All-Time squad in the year 1987 in commemoration of the 100th anniversary of football at Purdue. Armstrong was inducted into the Purdue Intercollegiate Athletics Hall of Fame in 1997.

After his first NFL campaign, Armstrong led the league in the number of rushing yards (1,407) in addition to yards per run (5.3). In 1977 in which he was a part of the team, he helped with the Denver Broncos to an appearance in Super Bowl XII, which they were defeated by the Dallas Cowboys 27-10.

Otis Armstrong Net Worth

Otis Armstrong is one of the richest American Football Player from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Otis Armstrong 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

Otis Armstrong (born November 15 1950) was a former American soccer running back who played in the National Football League (NFL). The team was chosen in the first round (9th overall) in the 1973 NFL Draft. He was a player for the Denver Broncos for his entire time from 1973 to the year 1980.

Armstrong completed his three NCAA seasons in the top with 461 All-purpose yardage (3,315 yards of rushing and 897 yards from kickoff return and 389 yards of passing). Armstrong added 24 scores to his score (17 in rushing and seven on returns). He was named as the Big Ten MVP in 1972 which was the best year in the league for the rushing game and total offense and was named the 1st Team All-Conference. He was a part of four All-Star games: The Hula Bowl, the East-West Shrine Game and the All-American Game of the Coaches, as well as the Chicago College All-Star game.

On May 16, 2012; Armstrong was selected for induction into the College Hall of Fame. Armstrong will be the 13th Boilermaker (9 players, 4 coaches) inducted into the College Hall of Fame.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Otis Armstrong height 5 ft 10 in Otis weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Otis Armstrong Dating?

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Facts & Trivia

Otis Ranked on the list of most popular American Football Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Otis Armstrong celebrates birthday on November 15 of every year.

What happened to Otis Armstrong?

Otis Armstrong died on October 13, 2021 , surrounded by his family and loved ones. He was 70.

How old is Otis Armstrong?

70 years (1950–2021)

Where did Otis Armstrong live?

He also was named a member of Purdue’s all-time team in 1987. Born in Chicago and a Farragut High School graduate, Armstrong lived in the Denver area with his wife for decades after his career with the Broncos.

What former Denver bronco died?

Former NFL wide receiver Demaryius Thomas, a four-time Pro Bowler with the Denver Broncos, has died at the age of 33. Thomas was found deceased in his home on Thursday night, the Roswell (Georgia) Police Department confirmed in a statement to NFL Media.

What Bronco player died today?

Before their game Sunday against the Detroit Lions, the Denver Broncos honored the late former receiver Demaryius Thomas, who died Thursday night at his home in suburban Atlanta. Thomas was 33.