Derrick Hatchett

American football player (born 1958)

American football player
Derrick Hatchett
No. 42, 21
Position:Cornerback
Personal information
Born: (1958-08-14) August 14, 1958 (age 65)
Bryan, Texas, U.S.
Height:5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)
Weight:182 lb (83 kg)
Career information
High school:John Jay (San Antonio, Texas)
College:Texas
NFL draft:1980 / Round: 1 / Pick: 24
Career history
  • Baltimore Colts (1980–1983)
  • Houston Oilers (1983)
Career highlights and awards
Career NFL statistics
Player stats at NFL.com · PFR

Derrick Kingston Hatchett (born August 14, 1958) is an American former professional football player who was a cornerback in the National Football League (NFL). He was a member of the Baltimore Colts from 1980 to 1983 and the Houston Oilers in 1983. He was released from the Colts and later signed with the Oilers after stating that he was punched by head coach Frank Kush, which the coach denied and threatened to sue in response.[1]

References

  1. ^ Stellino, Vito (December 16, 1983). "'Kush hit me', Hatchett says". The Baltimore Sun. p. 46 – via Newspapers.com. Open access icon
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