Richard Neal was born in Minden, Louisiana, and came out of Booker T. Washington High School in Shreveport, Louisiana. From there his career ran through college football at Southern and the 1969 NFL Draft, where the New Orleans Saints took him in the second round.
He was selected in the 2nd round (No. 45 overall) of the 1969 NFL Draft. His professional career included 2 teams: New Orleans Saints and New York Jets. He died on April 3, 1983.
Pro career
- New Orleans Saints (1969–1972)
- New York Jets (1973–1977)
- New Orleans Saints (1978)
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Questions about this player
What high school did Richard Neal go to?
Richard Neal played high school football at Booker T. Washington High School in Shreveport, Louisiana (Caddo Parish).
Is Richard Neal from Shreveport?
Richard Neal played high school football in the Shreveport–Bossier area, at Booker T. Washington High School in Shreveport; he was born in Minden, Louisiana.
Where did Richard Neal play college football?
Richard Neal played college football at Southern.
When was Richard Neal drafted?
Richard Neal was drafted in the 2nd round, No. 45 overall, of the 1969 NFL Draft by the New Orleans Saints.
What pro teams did Richard Neal play for?
Richard Neal's pro teams include New Orleans Saints and New York Jets.
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