Professional Football Player. Born Richard C. Caste he was an American football player. Drafted in 1970 by the New York Jets in round 2 as overall pick 46 in the NFL draft. In 13 seasons he played for the New York Jets (1970–1977), the Houston Oilers (1978–1980), and the New Orleans Saints (1981). He was an integral part of the Super Bowl XVII Redskins championship team. He was also selected for 3 Pro Bowl games (1972, 1974, 1975). He posted impressive stats, including 322 receptions, 5,515 receiving yards, and 45 touchdowns. He played college football at Jackson State University in Jackson, Mississippi. He passed away at the age of 75 after a long battle with Parkinson's Disease.
Professional Football Player. Born Richard C. Caste he was an American football player. Drafted in 1970 by the New York Jets in round 2 as overall pick 46 in the NFL draft. In 13 seasons he played for the New York Jets (1970–1977), the Houston Oilers (1978–1980), and the New Orleans Saints (1981). He was an integral part of the Super Bowl XVII Redskins championship team. He was also selected for 3 Pro Bowl games (1972, 1974, 1975). He posted impressive stats, including 322 receptions, 5,515 receiving yards, and 45 touchdowns. He played college football at Jackson State University in Jackson, Mississippi. He passed away at the age of 75 after a long battle with Parkinson's Disease.
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