John Sauer

Football Player and Coach

John Sauer - Football Player and Coach
Born

1925
100 years ago

Died

March 4th, 1996
29 years ago — 71 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A prominent figure in American football, played as a quarterback for the University of Minnesota. Had a successful coaching career, leading teams at the collegiate level. Later transitioned to sportscasting, providing analysis and commentary on games. Sustained contributions to the sport through both coaching and media.

Played quarterback for the University of Minnesota

Coached at multiple collegiate institutions

Worked as a sportscaster for major networks

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