Chuck Long
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Position: QB
Date of Birth: February 18, 1963
Height / Weight: 6'4" / 217 lbs
First Team: DET (1986)
Last Team: DET (1994)
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Career Summary
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
Chuck Long - NFL Career Overview
Position: Quarterback (QB)Date of Birth: February 18, 1963
Career History
- Detroit Lions (1986-1988)
- Drafted in the 1st round of the 1986 NFL Draft (12th overall).
- Played primarily as a backup quarterback during his tenure with the Lions.
- Had limited starting opportunities but contributed to the team's offensive efforts.
- Los Angeles Rams (1989-1994)
- Signed with the Rams after his time with the Lions.
- Served as a backup quarterback, providing depth to the team's roster.
- Played in a variety of roles, including spot starts due to injuries to the starting quarterback.
College Career
- Played college football at the University of Iowa.
- Was a standout quarterback, earning All-American honors.
- Led the Hawkeyes to a successful run in the mid-1980s, cementing his reputation as a top collegiate player.
Highlights and Accomplishments
- Known for his strong arm and competitive nature.
- Played in a total of 48 NFL games, with 28 starts.
- In 1985, he won the prestigious Davey O'Brien Award as the nation's top quarterback in college football.
Post-NFL Career
- Transitioned into coaching after retiring from professional football.
- Served as a coach at various levels, including college football programs.
Chuck Long remains a respected figure in the football community, both for his collegiate accomplishments and his contributions to the NFL as a player.
Source: gpt-4o-mini
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