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Dave Middleton

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Position: DL
Date of Birth: November 23, 1933
Height / Weight: 6'1" / 194 lbs
First Team: DET (1955)
Last Team: MIN (1961)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Career History of Dave Middleton

Full Name: Dave Middleton
Date of Birth: November 23, 1933
Position: Defensive Lineman (DL)

NFL Career

  • Detroit Lions (1955-1957)
    • Joined the Lions as a rookie in 1955.
    • Played a key role on a defensive line during his tenure.
    • Contributed to the team’s defensive efforts in the mid-1950s.
  • Minnesota Vikings (1959-1961)
    • Signed with the Vikings as they were beginning their franchise history.
    • Helped build the foundation of the team's defense during its early years.
    • Played a total of 3 seasons with the Vikings before retiring in 1961.

Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Known for his tenacity and strength on the defensive line.
  • Part of the early days of the Minnesota Vikings, contributing to the establishment of the team's identity.

Legacy

Although Dave Middleton may not be as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, his contributions to both the Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings have helped shape the defensive strategies of the teams during the formative years of their histories.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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