Julius Whittier

Julius Whittier
Born
Julius Edward Whittier

(1950-07-07)July 7, 1950
San Antonio, Texas, U.S.
DiedSeptember 25, 2018(2018-09-25) (aged 68)
EducationUniversity of Texas

LBJ School of Public Affairs

OccupationProsecutor
Known forFirst black player on the University of Texas football team
Football career
Profile
PositionsLinebacker, offensive guard, offensive tackle, tight end
Career information
High schoolHighlands
CollegeTexas
Awards and highlights
  • National Championship (1970)
  • Texas Athletics Hall of Honor (2013)

Julius Whittier (July 7, 1950 – September 25, 2018) was the first black player on the University of Texas football team, among his other accomplishments.