Joe Novsek
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| Position: | Defensive lineman | ||||||
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| Born: | May 29, 1939 Cardale, Pennsylvania, U.S. | ||||||
| Died: | April 24, 2023 (aged 83) | ||||||
| Height: | 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) | ||||||
| Weight: | 237 lb (108 kg) | ||||||
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| High school: | Redstone High School (Redstone, PA) | ||||||
| College: | Tulsa | ||||||
| NFL draft: | 1961 / Round: 19 / Pick: 259 (by Baltimore Colts) | ||||||
| AFL draft: | 1961 / Round: 17 / Pick: 131 (by Oakland Raiders) | ||||||
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| * Offseason and/or practice squad member only | |||||||
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| Player stats at NFL.com · PFR | |||||||
Joseph John Novsek II (May 29, 1939 – April 24, 2023) was an
defensive lineman who played one season in the American Football League (AFL) for the Oakland Raiders. He played college football for Tulsa
.
Early life and education
Joe Novsek was born on May 29, 1939, in
tackle position.[2] He was named co-team captain to start his junior year.[3][4] As a senior in 1961, he was named first-team all-conference by Associated Press.[5]
Professional career
Novsek was selected in both the
1962 season.[7] He was a starter in two of their games. He was named to the AFL's All-Rookie team at the end of the season.[8] He was released at roster cuts in August 1963.[9] He was signed by the Baltimore Colts, who drafted him two years prior, in 1964. Novsek was released at the 1964 roster cuts, ending his professional career.[10]
Death
Novsek died on April 24, 2023, at the age of 83.[11]
References
- ^ "Joe Novsek". Pro Football Archives.
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- ^ "Joe Novsek Stats". Pro-Football-Reference.com.
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- ^ "Joseph John Novsek II Obituary". Tribute Archive.
