James John Woods (May 5, 1894 – December 3, 1966,[1] or August 6, 1896 - June 13, 1975[2]) was an American football player.
A native of Jamestown, New York, he played professional football a center, tackle, and guard for the Rochester Jeffersons in the earliest years of the National Football League (NFL).
He appeared in 13 or 22 NFL games between 1920 and 1924.
[1][2] Prior to playing professional football, he worked as an electrical welder.
[3] After retiring from football, he lived in Salamanca, New York, and worked for Prudential Insurance Co.[4]