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{{Short description|American football player}}
{{Short description|American football player (born 1958)}}
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{{Infobox NFL biography
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| name = Roland James
| name = Roland James
| image = 1986 Jeno's Pizza - 08 - Roy Green (Roland James crop).jpg
| image = 1986 Jeno's Pizza - 08 - Roy Green (Roland James crop).jpg
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| image_size = 175
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| caption = James playing for the Patriots in 1984
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| number = 38
| caption = James playing for the Patriots in 1984
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| position = [[Cornerback]] <br> [[Safety (football position)|Safety]]
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| birth_date = {{birth date and age|1958|02|18}}
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| number = 38
| birth_place = [[Xenia, Ohio]], U.S.
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| position = [[Cornerback]] / [[Safety (football position)|Safety]]
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| height_ft = 6
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| birth_date = {{birth date and age|1958|02|18}}
| birth_place = [[Xenia, Ohio]]
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| weight_lb = 191
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| high_school = [[Greeneview High School|Greeneview]] {{nowrap|([[Jamestown, Ohio]])}}
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| death_place =
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| college = [[Tennessee Volunteers football|Tennessee]]
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| height_ft = 6
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| draftyear = 1980
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| draftpick = 14
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| high_school = [[Greeneview High School|Jamestown (OH) Greeneview]]
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| pastteams =
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| college = [[Tennessee Volunteers football|Tennessee]]
* [[New England Patriots]] ({{NFL Year|1980}}–{{NFL Year|1990}})
| draftyear = 1980
| draftround = 1
| highlights =
* [[New England Patriots|New England Patriots All-1980s Team]]
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| draftpick = 14
* 2× First-team [[List of All-SEC football teams|All-SEC]] ([[1978 All-SEC football team|1978]], [[1979 All-SEC football team|1979]])
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| statlabel1 = [[Interception]]s
* [[New England Patriots]] (1980–1990)
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| statvalue1 = 29
| statlabel2 = [[Fumble]] recoveries
| nflnew = rolandjames/2517387
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| statvalue2 = 9
| statlabel3 = [[Quarterback sack|Sacks]]
| statvalue3 = 5.0
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'''Roland Orlando James''' (born February 18, 1958) is a former American college and professional [[American football|football]] player who was a [[defensive back]] in the [[National Football League]] (NFL) for eleven seasons during the 1980s and early 1990s. James played [[college football]] for the [[University of Tennessee]], and was recognized as an [[All-American]]. He was selected in the first round of the [[1980 NFL Draft]], and played for the NFL's [[New England Patriots]] for his entire professional career.
'''Roland Orlando James''' (born February 18, 1958) is an American former professional [[American football|football]] player who spent his entire 11 year career for the [[New England Patriots]] of the [[National Football League]] (NFL) during the 1980s and early 1990s. James played [[college football]] for the [[Tennessee Volunteers football|Tennessee Volunteers]], earning [[College Football All-America Team|All-American]] honors. He was selected in the first round of the [[1980 NFL draft]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=1980 NFL Draft Listing |url=https://www.pro-football-reference.com/years/1980/draft.htm |access-date=March 17, 2024 |website=[[Pro Football Reference]] |language=en}}</ref>


==College career==
==College career==
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==Professional career==
==Professional career==
[[File:1986 Jeno's Pizza - 11 - Jim McMahon (Roland James crop).jpg|thumb|left|James playing for the Patriots in [[Super Bowl XX]].]]
[[File:1986 Jeno's Pizza - 11 - Jim McMahon (Roland James crop).jpg|thumb|left|James playing for the Patriots in [[Super Bowl XX]].]]
James had the longest punt return in the NFL during the 1980 season. He returned a punt 75 yards for a TD in the Patriots 34–21 win over the New York Jets at [[Schaefer Stadium]] on November 2. James recorded five sacks in 1981.<ref>http://www.nfl.com/player/rolandjames/2517387/profile</ref>
James had the longest punt return in the NFL during the 1980 season. He returned a punt 75 yards for a TD in the Patriots 34–21 win over the [[New York Jets]] at [[Schaefer Stadium]] on November 2.<ref>{{Cite web |title=New York Jets at New England Patriots – November 2nd, 1980 |url=https://www.pro-football-reference.com/boxscores/198011020nwe.htm |access-date=November 16, 2023 |website=[[Pro Football Reference]] |language=en}}</ref> James recorded five sacks in 1981.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.nfl.com/player/rolandjames/2517387/profile|title = Roland James Stats, News and Video – DB|website = [[NFL.com]]}}</ref>


He intercepted a pass by David Woodley on the last play of the Patriots 3-0 "Snow Plow" victory over the Miami Dolphins on December 12, 1982.
He intercepted a pass by [[David Woodley]] on the last play of the Patriots 3–0 "Snow Plow" victory over the [[Miami Dolphins]] on December 12, 1982.


James intercepted three passes by Joe Ferguson in the third quarter of the Patriots 31–0 shutout of the Bills at Rich Stadium on 10-23-83, becoming the first player in club history to record three interceptions in the same quarter.
James intercepted three passes by [[Joe Ferguson]] in the third quarter of the Patriots 31–0 shutout of the [[Buffalo Bills]] at [[Rich Stadium]] on 10–23–83, becoming the first player in club history to record three interceptions in the same quarter.


He tackled Frank Middleton for a safety in the Patriots 50–17 rout of the Indianapolis Colts on November 18, 1984.
He tackled [[Frank Middleton]] for a safety in the Patriots 50–17 rout of the [[Indianapolis Colts]] on November 18, 1984.<ref>{{Cite web |title=New England Patriots at Indianapolis Colts – November 18th, 1984 |url=https://www.pro-football-reference.com/boxscores/198411180clt.htm |access-date=March 17, 2024 |website=[[Pro Football Reference]] |language=en}}</ref>


James recovered 10 fumbles during the regular season and recovered a fumble by Freeman McNeil in the Patriots 26-14 AFC Playoff Game win over the NY Jets on December 28, 1985.
James recovered 10 fumbles during the regular season and recovered a fumble by [[Freeman McNeil]] in the Patriots 26–14 AFC Wild Card Round win over the New York Jets on December 28, 1985.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Roland James 1985 Game Log |url=https://www.pro-football-reference.com/players/J/JameRo20/gamelog/1985/ |access-date=March 17, 2024 |website=[[Pro Football Reference]] |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Wild Card - New England Patriots at New York Jets - December 28th, 1985 |url=https://www.pro-football-reference.com/boxscores/198512280nyj.htm |access-date=March 17, 2024 |website=[[Pro Football Reference]] |language=en}}</ref>


He had 29 interceptions and 42 punt returns in 145 regular season games for the New England Patriots.<ref>https://www.pro-football-reference.com/players/J/JameRo20.htm {{Bare URL inline|date=November 2021}}</ref>
He had 29 interceptions and 42 punt returns in 145 regular season games for the New England Patriots.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Roland James Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Draft, College |url=https://www.pro-football-reference.com/players/J/JameRo20.htm |access-date=November 16, 2023 |website=[[Pro-Football-Reference.com]] |language=en}}</ref>


James played in five playoff games for the New England Patriots.
James played in five playoff games for the New England Patriots.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Roland James Postseason Game Log |url=https://www.pro-football-reference.com/players/J/JameRo20/gamelog/post/ |access-date=March 17, 2024 |website=[[Pro Football Reference]] |language=en}}</ref>


==Post-playing career==
==Post-playing career==
James went on to coach the [[Sharon High School]] football team in [[Sharon, Massachusetts]]. His son, Roland James Jr., played for Hofstra. His son, Roman, played free safety at [[Baylor University]].<ref>https://www.boston.com/sports/football/patriots/articles/2004/05/02/spikes_to_clipboard/</ref> He currently resides in Sharon, Massachusetts and is working as the Director of Youth Services at the Somerville Community Youth Program in [[Somerville, Massachusetts]], and is active in other charitable work.<ref>http://wolfenews.com/releases/MEDIA-ADVISORY-Former-Patriots-CB-Roland-James-and-Patriots-Charitable-Foundation-to-Visit--Families-with-Children-Battling-Life-Threatening-Illnesses-at-Camp-Sunshin-in-Casco-Maine-on-Wednesday-July-20/02258/</ref>
James went on to coach the [[Sharon High School]] football team in [[Sharon, Massachusetts]]. His son, Roland James Jr., played for Hofstra. His son, Roman, played free safety at [[Baylor University]].<ref>{{cite web| url = https://www.boston.com/sports/football/patriots/articles/2004/05/02/spikes_to_clipboard/| title = Boston.com / Sports / Football / Patriots / Spikes to clipboard}}</ref> He currently resides in Sharon, Massachusetts and is working as the Director of Youth Services at the Somerville Community Youth Program in [[Somerville, Massachusetts]], and is active in other charitable work.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://wolfenews.com/releases/MEDIA-ADVISORY-Former-Patriots-CB-Roland-James-and-Patriots-Charitable-Foundation-to-Visit--Families-with-Children-Battling-Life-Threatening-Illnesses-at-Camp-Sunshin-in-Casco-Maine-on-Wednesday-July-20/02258/|title = MEDIA ADVISORY: Former Patriots CB Roland James and Patriots Charitable Foundation to Visit Families with Children Battling Life-Threatening Illnesses at Camp Sunshin in Casco, Maine on Wednesday July 20}}</ref>


==References==
==References==

Latest revision as of 17:37, 30 November 2024

For the English footballer, see Roland James (footballer).

Roland James
refer to caption
James playing for the Patriots in 1984
No. 38
Position:Cornerback
Safety
Personal information
Born: (1958-02-18) February 18, 1958 (age 66)
Xenia, Ohio, U.S.
Height:6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
Weight:191 lb (87 kg)
Career information
High school:Greeneview (Jamestown, Ohio)
College:Tennessee
NFL draft:1980 / round: 1 / pick: 14
Career history
Career highlights and awards
Career NFL statistics
Interceptions:29
Fumble recoveries:9
Sacks:5.0
Stats at Pro Football Reference

Roland Orlando James (born February 18, 1958) is an American former professional football player who spent his entire 11 year career for the New England Patriots of the National Football League (NFL) during the 1980s and early 1990s. James played college football for the Tennessee Volunteers, earning All-American honors. He was selected in the first round of the 1980 NFL draft.[1]

College career

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James attended the University of Tennessee, and played for the Tennessee Volunteers football team from 1976 to 1979. As of 2011, James has the fourth longest punt return in the history of the University of Tennessee, an 89-yard return against Vanderbilt in 1979. While at Tennessee, Roland played in three bowl games: the Hula, Senior and Bluebonnet bowls.

Professional career

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James playing for the Patriots in Super Bowl XX.

James had the longest punt return in the NFL during the 1980 season. He returned a punt 75 yards for a TD in the Patriots 34–21 win over the New York Jets at Schaefer Stadium on November 2.[2] James recorded five sacks in 1981.[3]

He intercepted a pass by David Woodley on the last play of the Patriots 3–0 "Snow Plow" victory over the Miami Dolphins on December 12, 1982.

James intercepted three passes by Joe Ferguson in the third quarter of the Patriots 31–0 shutout of the Buffalo Bills at Rich Stadium on 10–23–83, becoming the first player in club history to record three interceptions in the same quarter.

He tackled Frank Middleton for a safety in the Patriots 50–17 rout of the Indianapolis Colts on November 18, 1984.[4]

James recovered 10 fumbles during the regular season and recovered a fumble by Freeman McNeil in the Patriots 26–14 AFC Wild Card Round win over the New York Jets on December 28, 1985.[5][6]

He had 29 interceptions and 42 punt returns in 145 regular season games for the New England Patriots.[7]

James played in five playoff games for the New England Patriots.[8]

Post-playing career

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James went on to coach the Sharon High School football team in Sharon, Massachusetts. His son, Roland James Jr., played for Hofstra. His son, Roman, played free safety at Baylor University.[9] He currently resides in Sharon, Massachusetts and is working as the Director of Youth Services at the Somerville Community Youth Program in Somerville, Massachusetts, and is active in other charitable work.[10]

References

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  1. ^ "1980 NFL Draft Listing". Pro Football Reference. Retrieved March 17, 2024.
  2. ^ "New York Jets at New England Patriots – November 2nd, 1980". Pro Football Reference. Retrieved November 16, 2023.
  3. ^ "Roland James Stats, News and Video – DB". NFL.com.
  4. ^ "New England Patriots at Indianapolis Colts – November 18th, 1984". Pro Football Reference. Retrieved March 17, 2024.
  5. ^ "Roland James 1985 Game Log". Pro Football Reference. Retrieved March 17, 2024.
  6. ^ "Wild Card - New England Patriots at New York Jets - December 28th, 1985". Pro Football Reference. Retrieved March 17, 2024.
  7. ^ "Roland James Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Draft, College". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved November 16, 2023.
  8. ^ "Roland James Postseason Game Log". Pro Football Reference. Retrieved March 17, 2024.
  9. ^ "Boston.com / Sports / Football / Patriots / Spikes to clipboard".
  10. ^ "MEDIA ADVISORY: Former Patriots CB Roland James and Patriots Charitable Foundation to Visit Families with Children Battling Life-Threatening Illnesses at Camp Sunshin in Casco, Maine on Wednesday July 20".
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