Joe Kelly


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Position: LB
Jersey #: 56
Date of Birth: December 11, 1964
Height / Weight: 6'2" / 235 lbs
First Team: CIN (1986)
Last Team: PHI (1996)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Joe Kelly - NFL Career Overview

Position: Linebacker (LB)
Date of Birth: December 11, 1964

Career Timeline

  • Cincinnati Bengals (CIN) - 1986
  • New York Jets (NYJ) - 1987
  • Los Angeles Raiders (RAI) - 1988-1989
  • Los Angeles Rams (RAM) - 1990-1991
  • Green Bay Packers (GB) - 1992
  • Philadelphia Eagles (PHI) - 1996

Career Highlights & Accomplishments

  • Joe Kelly was known for his versatility and toughness as a linebacker throughout his NFL career.
  • He played for a total of six teams over a span of 10 seasons, showcasing his adaptability in various defensive systems.
  • While he may not have achieved individual accolades such as Pro Bowl selections, Kelly contributed significantly in special teams and as a depth player on defense.
  • His career spanned from the mid-1980s to the mid-1990s, during which he played in a league transitioning towards a more pass-oriented game.

Post-NFL Career

  • After retiring from professional football, details about Joe Kelly's endeavors outside the NFL are limited.

Joe Kelly remains a part of NFL history as a player who contributed to several teams and showcased the resilience required to maintain a decade-long career in one of the most competitive sports leagues in the world.

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