Rick Ogle


Richard James Ogle is an American former professional football player who was a linebacker in the National Football League. He played college football for the Colorado Buffaloes. He played in the NFL for the St. Louis [Cardinals (NFL)|St. Louis Cardinals] and Detroit Lions. He appeared in a total of 10 NFL games, five as a starter.

Early life

Ogle was born in 1949 in Bozeman, Montana, and attended Bozeman High School. He played college football for the Colorado Buffaloes from 1968 to 1970.

Professional career

He was selected by the St. Louis Cardinals in the 11th round of the 1971 NFL draft. He appeared in six games for the Cardinals in 1971, five of them as a starter. In September 1972, he was traded to the Detroit Lions in exchange for running back Paul Gipson. He appeared in four games for the Lions in 1972.