Ozzie Newsome

Tight End
Player • 1974-1977
ALABAMA
Iron Bowl Record: 4-0

Biography

Ozzie Newsome revolutionized the Tight End position at Alabama. The "Wizard of Oz" was a consensus All-American and Bear Bryant's favorite target, averaging over 20 yards per catch for his career.

Achievements

  • College Football Hall of Fame
  • Consensus All-American (1977)
  • Alabama Player of the Decade (1970s)
  • Pro Football Hall of Fame