Adams was released at the end of the first week of the Oilers' 1971 training camp[1] before the first preseason game.
He was selected first-team all-MAC defensive back and kick returner in 1969 and 1970, where he also punted and occasionally lined up as a receiver on offense.
In his college playing career he established 14 records and tied two others, including four Mid-American Conference marks.
Adams served as head coach of Bethel College (93-95) and was an assistant at Murray State (92-93).
In 2004 he was named head coach to the Tennessee Valley Pythons during their inaugural 2005 United Indoor Football season.
In 2005 Adams agreed to become the next head coach of the La Crosse Night Train of the National Indoor Football League.