NameNo.PosSeasons playedGamesStarts
Rufus Porter 59 LB 1997 11 10
CollegeHeightWeightDate of birth
Southern 6-1 236 18-May-65
How acquiredHow left
Unrestricted free agent 1997 - New Orleans Released after the 1997 season
Started for most of the 1997 season at outside linebacker until getting hurt late in the season. Started nearly 100 games for the Seahawks and Saints including two Pro Bowl trips as a special teamer during his time in Seattle. Originally entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent with Seattle in 1988 and progressed from special teams to a starting role. Never played in the NFL again after leaving Tampa Bay.

1997
GamesStarts
11 10

Tackles
Season Solo Asst Total
1997 25 16 41
Total 25 16 41
SacksPasses Defensed
Season No. Season No
19970.5 19971
Total0.5 Total1