Dick Lasse: Career Overview

Position: Linebacker (LB)
Date of Birth: November 13, 1935

Career History

• Pittsburgh Steelers (1958)
  • Joined the NFL as a rookie linebacker.
  • Started his professional career with the Steelers.
• Washington Redskins (1959-1961)
  • Played for the Redskins, contributing to the team's defense.
  • Part of a transitional period for the franchise during the late 1950s and early 1960s.
• New York Giants (1962)
  • Finished his NFL career with the Giants.
  • Participated in various games, providing depth to the linebacker position.

Highlights and Accomplishments

• Played in a time when the linebacker position was evolving, contributing to defensive strategies.
• Known for his toughness and determination on the field.

Legacy

Dick Lasse may not be one of the most recognized names in NFL history, but he played an important role in the teams he was a part of during the late 1950s and early 1960s. His contributions to the sport as a linebacker helped shape the defensive play styles of the era.