Craig James (running back)

Jesse Craig James (born January 2, 1961) is an American former professional football player and sports commentator. He was a running back for the New England Patriots of the National Football League (NFL) and for the Washington Federals of the United States Football League (USFL). He then became a commentator for the ABC and ESPN television networks. James ran for a seat in the U.S. Senate in Texas in 2012, but lost in the first round of the Republican primary.

Craig James
James (right) playing for the Patriots in 1985
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Position:Running back
Personal information
Born: (1961-01-02) January 2, 1961
Jacksonville, Texas, U.S.
Height:6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
Weight:215 lb (98 kg)
Career information
High school:Stratford (Houston, Texas)
College:SMU (1979–1982)
NFL draft:1983 / Round: 7 / Pick: 187
Career history
  • Washington Federals (1983–1984)
  • New England Patriots (19841988)
Career highlights and awards
  • Pro Bowl (1985)
  • New England Patriots All-1980s Team
  • Third-team All-American (1982)
  • SWC Offensive Newcomer of the Year (1979)
  • 3× First-team All-SWC (1980–1982)
Career NFL statistics
Rushing yards:2,469
Rushing average:4.2
Rushing touchdowns:11
Receptions:81
Receiving yards:819
Receiving touchdowns:2
Player stats at NFL.com
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