Arnie Simkus - Career Overview

Date of Birth: March 25, 1943

Position: Defensive Lineman (DL)

Career History

• New York Jets (NYJ) - 1965
• Minnesota Vikings (MIN) - 1966 to 1967

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

• Simkus was drafted in 1965, starting his professional football career with the New York Jets.
• He played as a defensive lineman, contributing to the team's defensive efforts during his time.
• In his second season, he joined the Minnesota Vikings, where he continued to develop his skills in the NFL.
• Although not a household name, Simkus was part of the early era of the NFL, a time when the league was evolving and gaining popularity.

Legacy

While Arnie Simkus may not be as well-known as some of his contemporaries, his contributions to the teams he played for during the mid-1960s helped lay the groundwork for the future of the franchises. His journey in the NFL reflects the experiences of many players who played during that transformative period in professional football.