Rich Mostardo


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Position: DB
Date of Birth: July 1, 1938
Height / Weight: 5'11" / 188 lbs
First Team: CLE (1960)
Last Team: OAK (1962)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Rich Mostardo: NFL Career Overview

Date of Birth: July 1, 1938
Position: Defensive Back (DB)

Career Timeline

  • 1959: Drafted by the Cleveland Browns (CLE)
  • 1960-1961: Played for the Cleveland Browns
  • 1961: Played for the Minnesota Vikings (MIN)
  • 1962: Finished career with the Oakland Raiders (OAK)

Notable Facts

  • Rich Mostardo played during an era when the NFL was still evolving, transitioning into a more competitive and strategically complex league.
  • While specific statistics from his playing days may not be extensively documented, he contributed to the defensive units of all three teams he played for.
  • His career spanned the early 1960s, a period marked by significant changes in the NFL, including the introduction of the AFL and the eventual merger.

Legacy

Although Rich Mostardo may not be a household name in NFL history, he represents an important part of the league's development during its formative years. Players like Mostardo paved the way for the modern game we see today.

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