Steve Niehaus


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Position: DL
Date of Birth: September 25, 1954
Height / Weight: 6'4" / 263 lbs
First Team: SEA (1976)
Last Team: MIN (1979)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Steve Niehaus: Career Overview

Date of Birth: September 25, 1954

Professional Career

  • Seattle Seahawks (1976-1977)
    • Drafted in the first round (2nd overall) of the 1976 NFL Draft.
    • Played as a defensive lineman (DL) primarily during his tenure with the Seahawks.
    • Contributed to the team's defense during the early years of the franchise.
  • Minnesota Vikings (1978-1979)
    • Joined the Vikings as a free agent, continuing his role on the defensive line.
    • Was part of a competitive roster, contributing to the team's defensive strategies.

Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Regarded as a solid defensive player with a strong presence on the line.
  • Known for his agility and ability to disrupt opposing offenses.
  • Part of the early expansion of the Seattle Seahawks as they established their identity in the NFL.

Post-NFL Career

After his time in the NFL, Steve Niehaus has remained relatively low-profile, with limited public information available regarding his activities post-retirement from professional football.

Steve Niehaus remains a notable figure in NFL history, particularly for his contributions to the Seattle Seahawks during their formative years.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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