Don Oakes (American football)

Donald Sherman Oakes (born July 22, 1938) is a former American football player who played offensive tackle. He played college football for Virginia Tech where his accomplishments led to his induction into the Virginia Tech Sports Hall of Fame. Professionally, he played two seasons for the National Football League's Philadelphia Eagles and six seasons for the American Football League's Boston Patriots. After retiring from professional football, Oakes became a high school coach in his hometown of Roanoke, Virginia.

Don Oakes
No. 77, 71
Born: (1938-07-22) July 22, 1938
Roanoke, Virginia
Career information
Position(s)Tackle
CollegeVirginia Tech
AFL draft1961 / Round: 21 / Pick: 162
NFL draft1961 / Round: 3 / Pick: 42
Career history
As player
1961–1962Philadelphia Eagles
1963–1968Boston Patriots
HonorsAFL All-Star, 1967

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