Jeffrey Richard Queen (born August 15, 1946) is a former professional
American football
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player who played as a
running back
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and block. The ...
for six seasons for the
San Diego Chargers
The San Diego Chargers were a professional American football team that played in San Diego from 1961 until the end of the 2016 season, before relocating to Los Angeles, where the franchise had played its inaugural 1960 season. The team is now ...
, the
Oakland Raiders
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, and the
Houston Oilers
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.
Jeff developed into a top-flight running back in 1970, his first year at that position. He led the Chargers in rushing and also caught 20 passes for 236 yards. Jeff played tight end in 1969 after coming to San Diego as a linebacker. He also excelled on specialty teams.
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1946 births
Living people
Players of American football from Boston
American football running backs
Morgan State Bears football players
San Diego Chargers players
Oakland Raiders players
Houston Oilers players
American Football League players
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