Tom Randall (American football)
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| Position: | Mason City (IA) | ||
| College: | Iowa State | ||
| NFL draft: | 1978 / Round: 7 / Pick: 194 | ||
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Thomas Gene Randall (born August 3, 1956) is a former professional
offensive lineman who played in the National Football League (NFL) for the Dallas Cowboys and Houston Oilers. He played college football at Iowa State University
.
Early years
Randall attended
offensive tackle.[1]
He accepted a scholarship from Iowa State University, where he was coached by Earle Bruce. He became a starter at defensive tackle as a sophomore.[2]
As a senior, he led all
defensive lineman in tackles in the Big Eight Conference
. He posted 50 solo tackles, 78 assisted tackles, 11 sacks, 4 batted down passes and one recovered fumble.
In 2011, he was inducted into the Cyclone Hall of Fame. In 1986, he was inducted into the Iowa High School Football Hall of Fame.
Professional career
Dallas Cowboys
Randall was selected by the
training camp.[3] He played in Super Bowl XIII. In his second year he was considered one of the strongest players on the team, but was waived on August 27, 1979.[4]
Houston Oilers
On August 28,
offensive tackle.[6]
He was released on August 13.
Minnesota Vikings
On August 15, 1980, he was claimed off waivers by the Minnesota Vikings.[7] He was cut before the start of the season.
Personal life
He owns a real estate company.
References
- ^ "Kirk's Corner: Randall goes from MCHS to Iowa State Hall of Fame". Retrieved April 30, 2017.
- ^ "Summer Series: Randall always had visions of being a pro athlete". Retrieved April 30, 2017.
- ^ "Landry Gets His Kicks". Retrieved April 30, 2017.
- ^ "Transactions". Retrieved April 30, 2017.
- ^ "Dolphins recall Bulaich to back Czonka, Chargers waive Rodgers". Retrieved April 30, 2017.
- ^ "J.R. wants ice cream". Retrieved April 30, 2017.
- ^ "Transactions". Retrieved April 30, 2017.