Career History of Don Bitterlich

Position: Kicker (K)
Date of Birth: January 5, 1954

Team History

• Seattle Seahawks (1976)

Career Overview

Don Bitterlich is a former professional American football player who played as a kicker in the National Football League (NFL). He had a brief stint in the league, spending the entirety of the 1976 season with the Seattle Seahawks.

Highlights & Accomplishments

• Played in the inaugural season of the Seattle Seahawks, contributing to the team's early history.
• Competed in a time when the NFL was transitioning with expansion teams, particularly in the mid-1970s.

Post-NFL Career

Details about Bitterlich's life and career following his time in the NFL are limited. Many players from this era have gone on to contribute to the sport in various capacities, including coaching or community involvement, but specific information on Bitterlich remains sparse.

Legacy

While not a household name, Don Bitterlich's role as a kicker for the Seahawks during their formative years is part of the franchise's early history. Players from this time laid the groundwork for the team's future success.
For fans and historians of the game, Bitterlich's contributions, though modest, reflect the beginnings of a team that has grown into a significant presence in the NFL.