Jon Kolb


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Position: OL
Date of Birth: August 30, 1947
Height / Weight: 6'2" / 262 lbs
First Team: PIT (1969)
Last Team: PIT (1981)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Jon Kolb - Career Overview

Position: Offensive Lineman (OL)
Date of Birth: August 30, 1947

Career Timeline

  • Team: Pittsburgh Steelers
  • Years Active: 1969 - 1981

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 1970 NFL Draft as a 4th round pick (97th overall).
  • Key member of the Steelers' offensive line during the team's dominance in the 1970s.
  • Played a significant role in the Steelers' success during their Super Bowl victories, contributing to the team's back-to-back championships in Super Bowl IX (1974) and Super Bowl X (1975).
  • Part of the legendary "Steel Curtain" defense era, providing essential protection for quarterbacks and paving the way for Hall of Fame running backs.
  • Selected to the Pro Bowl in 1973, recognizing his exceptional performance as a lineman.
  • Helped the Steelers secure a total of four Super Bowl titles during his tenure, specifically in Super Bowl IX (1975), Super Bowl X (1976), Super Bowl XIII (1979), and Super Bowl XIV (1980).
  • Known for his durability and consistency, playing in a total of 164 games during his NFL career.

Legacy

Jon Kolb is remembered as an integral part of one of the most successful teams in NFL history. His contributions to the Pittsburgh Steelers during their championship era solidified his place in the team's legacy, and he remains a respected figure among fans and players alike.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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