Jerry Sturm


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Position: OL
Date of Birth: December 31, 1936
Height / Weight: 6'3" / 260 lbs
First Team: DEN (1961)
Last Team: PHI (1972)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Jerry Sturm - NFL Career Overview

Date of Birth: December 31, 1936

Position: Offensive Lineman (OL)

Career Timeline

  • Denver Broncos (DEN) - 1961
  • New Orleans Saints (NO) - 1967
  • Houston Oilers (HOU) - 1968-1970
  • Philadelphia Eagles (PHI) - 1971-1972

Career Highlights

  • Sturm was known for his versatility and durability on the offensive line, contributing to various teams over a span of over a decade in the NFL.
  • Throughout his career, he played in a pivotal role in protecting quarterbacks and opening lanes for running backs.
  • Sturm was part of the early years of the New Orleans Saints franchise, contributing to their foundation as an NFL team.

Post-NFL Career

Details regarding Jerry Sturm's life after football are limited. Many players from this era often transitioned into coaching, business, or community roles, but specific information about Sturm's post-NFL endeavors is not widely documented.

While not a household name, Jerry Sturm's contributions to the teams he played for have earned him a place in the history of professional football.

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