Paul Michael Guidry

Born in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana in 1944, Paul Guidry initially attended Louisiana State University where he played freshman football. Paul then enlisted in the U. S. Army Reserves for a six-year commitment. After six months active duty training, he enrolled at McNeese State University in Lake Charles, LA where he was tight end and defensive end for the McNeese Cowboys. Twice he earned all Gulf States Conference honors. In 1963 and 1965 he played a major role in the Cowboys winning GSC championships. Selected in 1966 by the Buffalo Bills in the 8th round of the NFL draft, Paul had a stellar career from 1966-1972 with the Bills as an outside linebacker. From 1968-1972 he was the Bills' team captain. Paul was honored in 1970 as a member of the All-AFC (American Football Conference) team. Rounding out his professional career, he played in 1973 for the Houston Oilers. In 1991 McNeese State University honored Paul Guidry by inducting him into its Hall of Fame. After retiring from football, Paul began his education career as a high school social studies teacher, a football coach and an assistant principal. Currently, Paul lives just outside Nashville, TN where he supports the Golf Tournament for Cystic Fibrosis in Tennessee.