John Matuszak

American football player, Super Bowl champion

John Matuszak - American football player, Super Bowl champion
Born

October 25th, 1950
74 years ago

Died

1989
36 years ago — 39 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a defensive end in professional American football. Played for the Houston Oilers, New Orleans Saints, and the Oakland Raiders. Achieved significant recognition for contributions to the Raiders' Super Bowl XV victory in 1981. Transitioned to acting after retirement from football, appearing in films such as 'The Goonies' and 'One Crazy Summer'.

Won Super Bowl XV with the Oakland Raiders

Played for the New Orleans Saints and Houston Oilers

Appeared in the film 'The Goonies'

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