Joe Schmidt
American football coach and player
Born
1932
94 years ago
Died
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played as a linebacker for the Detroit Lions from 1953 to 1965. Served as head coach for the Detroit Lions from 1967 to 1972. Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1973. Contributed to the Lions' defense during multiple successful seasons.
Played for the Detroit Lions
Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame
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