Ross Gwinn was born in Deport, Texas, and came out of Natchitoches Central High School in Natchitoches, Louisiana. From there his career ran through college football at Northwestern State and pro football with the Baltimore Colts.
He entered pro football as an undrafted free agent in 1967. His professional career included 3 teams: Baltimore Colts, New Orleans Saints and Edmonton Eskimos. He died on February 2, 2016.
Pro career
- Baltimore Colts (1967)
- New Orleans Saints (1968–1969)
- Edmonton Eskimos (1971)
Teams as listed in the sources below, including practice-squad and offseason stints.
Questions about this player
What high school did Ross Gwinn go to?
Ross Gwinn played high school football at Natchitoches Central High School in Natchitoches, Louisiana (Natchitoches Parish).
Is Ross Gwinn from Shreveport?
Ross Gwinn played high school football in the Shreveport–Bossier area, at Natchitoches Central High School in Natchitoches; he was born in Deport, Texas.
Where did Ross Gwinn play college football?
Ross Gwinn played college football at Northwestern State.
What pro teams did Ross Gwinn play for?
Ross Gwinn's pro teams include Baltimore Colts, New Orleans Saints and Edmonton Eskimos.
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