Lowe Woodrow
"Lowe, Woodrow"
Prepare to dive into the formidable career of Woodrow Lowe, one of the most dominant linebackers in college football history. This series will explore the journey of a true gridiron force whose physical play and innate talent made him a cornerstone of legendary defenses. From his explosive tackles to his uncanny ability to read offenses, Lowe was a relentless presence.
His legendary play has earned Lowe the moniker "The Hitman" of Tuscaloosa.
We'll trace his monumental impact at the University of Alabama, where he earned the moniker "The Hitman" and became a three-time All-American under Bear Bryant. Discover how his relentless intensity and exceptional skill translated to an impactful NFL career, cementing his legacy as one of the sport's most respected defensive players.
- DOB: June 09
- EVENTDAY: June 09
- FOOTBALL NAME: Lowe Woodrow, Woodrow Lowe
- FOOTBALL POSITION: Linebacker
- FOOTBALL TEAM: Alabama Crimson Tide, Los Angeles Chargers, San Diego Chargers
- NCAAF JERSEY: Number 47
- NFL JERSEY: Number 51
- SPORTS: College Football Hall of Fame
- HASHTAGS: #June09 #LoweWoodrow #WoodrowLowe #Linebacker #AlabamaCrimsonTide #LosAngelesChargers #SanDiegoChargers #Number47 #Number51 #CollegeFootballHallofFame
"Woodrow Lowe the Tide's Ball-hawking Linebacker"
The NFF states that those accomplishments led him to be named the 1973 Churchman's National Defensive Sophomore of the Year. Woodrow Lowe entered the College Football Hall of Fame as part of the 2009 class. At the 1976 NFL Draft, Lowe was taken in the fifth round by the San Diego Chargers.
Lowe played in the NFL for the Chargers for his entire eleven-year career, missing only one game. He tallied up 21 career interceptions, taking four of them to the house.