Jerry Mays
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Position: DL
Date of Birth: November 24, 1939
Height / Weight: 6'4" / 252 lbs
First Team: TEX (1961)
Last Team: KC (1970)
Career Summary
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
Jerry Mays - Career Overview
Date of Birth: November 24, 1939Position: Defensive Lineman (DL)
Career History
- Texas (TEX): 1961
- Kansas City Chiefs (KC): 1962 - 1970
Career Highlights and Accomplishments
- Played 9 seasons in the NFL, primarily as a defensive lineman.
- Joined the Kansas City Chiefs in 1962, where he became a key player on the team's defense.
- Part of the Chiefs team that reached Super Bowl I in 1967, although they were defeated by the Green Bay Packers.
- Known for his toughness and ability to disrupt opposing offenses, contributing significantly to the Chiefs' defensive strategies.
- Developed a reputation as a reliable player, earning respect from teammates and coaches alike.
Post-Career
- After retiring from professional football, Jerry Mays remained involved in the sport through various community activities and coaching.
- His contributions to the game and local football programs have left a lasting impact.
Legacy
While not as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, Jerry Mays is remembered for his dedication to the game and his significant role in the early years of the Kansas City Chiefs' franchise.
Source: gpt-4o-mini
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