Mark Malone: NFL Career Overview

Date of Birth: November 22, 1958

Position: Quarterback

Career Timeline

• Pittsburgh Steelers (1980-1986)
  • Drafted in the first round (28th overall) of the 1980 NFL Draft.
  • Served as a backup quarterback before becoming the starter in the mid-1980s.
  • Helped lead the Steelers to the playoffs during his tenure.
  • Known for his strong arm and mobility.
• San Diego Chargers (1987-1988)
  • Joined the Chargers after a brief stint as a free agent.
  • Played a key role in the team's offensive schemes.
• New York Jets (1989)
  • Completed his NFL career with the Jets.
  • Provided veteran leadership to a young quarterback group.

Career Highlights & Accomplishments

• Known for his performance in the 1984 NFL season, where he had a career-high 2,260 passing yards.
• Threw for a total of 9,304 passing yards and 55 touchdowns over his career.
• Led the league in passing yards in 1982 during the strike-shortened season.
• Recognized for his contributions to the teams he played for, especially in pivotal games during the playoffs.

Post-NFL Career

After retiring from professional football, Mark Malone transitioned into broadcasting and has worked as a sports commentator and analyst.

Legacy

While not as widely known as some of his contemporaries, Malone's contributions to the teams he played for and his role as a quarterback during a transformative era of the NFL remain noteworthy.