Joe Kapp

American football player and coach

Joe Kapp - American football player and coach
Born

March 19th, 1938
87 years ago

Died

2023
2 years ago — 85 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings and led the team to Super Bowl IV. Transitioned into coaching, serving as head coach for the Minnesota Golden Gophers football team and earning a Rose Bowl victory in 1962. Had a brief acting career, featuring in films and television shows.

Guided the Minnesota Vikings to Super Bowl IV in 1970

Coached the Minnesota Golden Gophers to a Rose Bowl victory in 1962

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