Uwe von Schamann
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Position: SPEC
Date of Birth: April 23, 1956
Height / Weight: 6'0" / 190 lbs
First Team: MIA (1979)
Last Team: MIA (1984)
Career Summary
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
Career History of Uwe von Schamann
Position: Specialist (Kicker)Date of Birth: April 23, 1956
Professional Career
- Team: Miami Dolphins
- Years Active: 1979 - 1984
Highlights and Accomplishments
- Uwe von Schamann was selected by the Miami Dolphins in the 1979 NFL Draft.
- He played a crucial role in the Dolphins' special teams unit during his tenure.
- Known for his strong leg, von Schamann contributed significantly as a placekicker.
- He was part of the Dolphins team that reached Super Bowl XIX in 1985.
- Von Schamann's most notable season came in 1982 when he converted 17 of 22 field goals, showcasing his reliability.
- He had a career field goal percentage of approximately 61.9% during his time in the NFL.
Post-NFL Career
- After retiring from professional football, von Schamann has been involved in various coaching and mentoring roles.
- He has also participated in community service and outreach programs.
Legacy
Though not as widely known as some of his contemporaries, Uwe von Schamann made important contributions to the Miami Dolphins during the early 1980s, leaving a mark as a reliable kicker during a competitive era in the NFL.
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