Joe Klecko is a retired defensive end, defensive tackle and nose tackle for NFL’s New York Jets.
Fast Facts:
- Full Name: Joseph Edward Klecko
- Born: October 15, 1953 in Chester, Pennsylvania
- Attended Temple University
- Played semi-pro football under a false name and fake university to protect his eligibility status
- Jets retired his jersey number 73
- Third Jet to have his number retired
- Only player in professional football history to be selected to the Pro Bowl at three different positions
- Married with five children
- His son Dan plays for the Indianapolis Colts
Joe Klecko Vital Stats
- Mahalo's Guide to New York Jets
- databaseFootball.com: Joe Klecko
- Height: 6'3"
- Weight: 263 lbs
- Rookie Year: 1977
Joe Klecko Timeline
October 15, 1953: Born
1973-1976: Played with the Temple University Owls football team
1977: Drafted sixth round in the NFL Draft by the New York Jets
1981: Selected for the Pro Bowl as defensive end
1984: Selected for the Pro Bowl as defensive tackle
1985: Selected for the Pro Bowl as nose tackle
1988: Signed with the Indianapolis Colts
1988: Retired from professional football at the end of the season
2004: In his honor, the New York Jets retired his jersey number 73
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