Ron Goetz (born February 8, 1968) is a former gridiron football linebacker who played in the Canadian Football League (CFL) and the World League of American Football (WLAF). He played college football at Minnesota.
| Born: | February 8, 1968 |
|---|---|
| Career information | |
| Status | Retired |
| CFL status | American |
| Position(s) | Linebacker |
| Height | 6 ft 3 in (191 cm) |
| Weight | 236 lb (107 kg) |
| College | Minnesota |
| High school | Waconia High School (Waconia, Minnesota) |
| NFL draft | 1990, Round: 12, Pick: 324 |
| Drafted by | Minnesota Vikings |
| Career history | |
| As player | |
| 1990 | Minnesota Vikings* |
| 1991–1992 | Barcelona Dragons |
| 1993 | Ottawa Rough Riders |
| 1994–1997 | Saskatchewan Roughriders |
| Career highlights and awards | |
| |
| Career stats | |
| Tackles | 290 |
| Sacks | 21.0 |
| Interceptions | 6 |
College career edit
Goetz played was a member of the Minnesota Golden Gophers for four season. He played fullback as a freshman before moving to linebacker.[1] He moved to middle linebacker going into his senior year and was named honorable mention All-Big Tean after finishing third on the team with 68 tackles, five passes broken up and a fumble recovery.[2][3]
Professional career edit
Goetz was selected by the Minnesota Vikings in the 12th round of the 1990 NFL Draft.[4] He was signed by the Barcelona Dragons in 1991 and spent two seasons with the team.[5] He was named second team All-WLAF in his first year after making 50 tackles with four interceptions and three fumble recoveries.[6]
In 1993, Goetz was signed by the Ottawa Rough Riders.[7] He was traded to the Saskatchewan Roughriders before the 1994 season.[8] In his first season with the team he finished second in the league with 117 tackles, seven sacks and four interceptions and was named All-CFL. Goetz played four seasons for Saskatchewan before retiring in 1997.[9]
Personal life edit
Goetz is the uncle of former Minnesota and current NFL tight end Maxx Williams.[10]
References edit
- ^ Drovetto, Tony (February 18, 2015). "Maxx Williams utilizing lessons learned from NFL father at 2015 NFL Scouting Combine". Seahawks.com. Retrieved August 11, 2020.
- ^ Markus, Robert (September 2, 1988). "MINNESOTA TRYING TO BUILD A CONTENDER AROUND 2 STARS". Chicago Tribune. Retrieved August 11, 2020.
- ^ "12-20-12 Down Memory Lane". Sun Patriot. December 20, 2012. Retrieved August 11, 2020.
- ^ "The Complete Minnesota Vikings Draft Pick Database". DailyNorseman.com. SB Nation. 11 May 2013. Retrieved August 11, 2020.
- ^ "Bicknell carries country to Spain". European Stars And Stripes. March 23, 1991. Retrieved August 11, 2020.
- ^ "1991 All-World League Team". The News. Boca Raton, Florida. May 25, 1991. p. 5D. Retrieved August 11, 2020.
- ^ "1995 JOGO #197 Ron Goetz". Retrieved August 11, 2020.
- ^ Vanstone, Rob (April 5, 2019). "Rob Vanstone: More memorable names and games in Saskatchewan Roughriders history". The Airdrie Echo. Regina Leader-Post. Retrieved August 11, 2020.
- ^ "Ron Goetz". Profootballarchive.com. Retrieved August 11, 2020.
- ^ Liz Clarke (August 11, 2020). "NFL draft tight end overview: Minnesota's Maxx Williams stands out among thin crop". washingtonpost.com. Retrieved December 4, 2017.