[3] Small was the Javelinas' all-time receptions leader until 2013, when Robert Armstrong surpassed his total.
[4] In the 1972 NFL draft, the Giants selected Small in the first round with the 17th overall pick,[1] which they had obtained from the New England Patriots in a trade for defensive end Fred Dryer.
[5] He played in 34 games for the Giants over three seasons, intercepting one pass, in 1974, and amassing 353 kick return yards.
[1] In 1975, the Giants traded Small to the Cleveland Browns, but he was released before the start of the regular season.
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