Joe Klecko is a retired defensive end, defensive tackle and nose tackle for NFL’s New York Jets.

1. Full Name: Joseph Edward Klecko
2. Born: October 15, 1953 in Chester, Pennsylvania
3. Attended Temple University
4. Played semi-pro football under a false name and fake university to protect his eligibility status
5. Jets retired his jersey number 73
6. Third Jet to have his number retired
7. Only player in professional football history to be selected to the Pro Bowl at three different positions
8. Married with five children
9. His son Dan plays for the Indianapolis Colts

• Mahalo's Guide to New York Jets
• databaseFootball.com: Joe Klecko
  • Height: 6'3"
  • Weight: 263 lbs
  • Rookie Year: 1977

• 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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