1 of 1
Story summary
- Woodrow Lowe, a former Alabama All-American and NFL linebacker, died on Thursday at age 71 after a lengthy illness, as confirmed by his brother, Eddie Lowe, the mayor of Phenix City.
- Lowe was a three-time first-team All-American and a key player on Alabama's 1973 national championship team, recording a school-record 134 tackles in one season.
- Drafted by the San Diego Chargers in 1976, he played 11 seasons, starting 151 games and intercepting 21 passes.
- After retiring, Lowe coached at various levels and was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2009.
