Bethune-Cookman University Athletics

 Simmons was a three-year veteran wide receiver who led the Wildcats in receptions in 1962 and 1964, and was the beneficiary of the pro-style offense of Jack "Cy" McClairen during his first years as head coach of the Wildcats. After his career at B-CU (1961-1964), Simmons played for 10 seasons and 106 games in the National Football League with the Denver Broncos and the Atlanta Falcons. After his playing career ended, Simmons embarked on a long career as an NFL scout.