James Buis Richards Jr. was an American football defensive back in the National Football League from October 28, 1946, to March 8, 2022.

Richards played with the New York Jets in 1968 and 1969 after attending Virginia Tech. He was a member of the winning Jets team in Super Bowl III.

Richards died at 75 on March 8, 2022.

From 1968 to 1969, Richards spent two seasons with the Jets, helping them win Super Bowl III with two special teams tackles against the Baltimore Colts.

Richards spent most of his time on special teams, but he started nine games at safety for the Giants in 1969.

Richards finished with three interceptions, a blocked punt, and a blocked punt return for a touchdown in 29 games for the Jets. In 1968, he averaged 14.3 yards per punt return and 18.0 yards per kick return.

In 1969, he averaged 14.3 yards per punt return and 18.0 yards per kick return.

Richards has a net worth estimated at $1million.

Details regarding Richard’s family are not public information.

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