Vern Holland


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Position: OL
Date of Birth: June 27, 1948
Height / Weight: 6'5" / 268 lbs
First Team: CIN (1971)
Last Team: NYG (1980)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Vern Holland - NFL Career Overview

Date of Birth: June 27, 1948
Position: Offensive Lineman (OL)

Career Timeline

  • Cincinnati Bengals (CIN) - 1971
  • Detroit Lions (DET) - 1972 to 1974
  • New York Giants (NYG) - 1975 to 1980

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Vern Holland was selected in the 1971 NFL Draft and began his professional career with the Cincinnati Bengals.
  • During his time with the Bengals, he contributed to the offensive line, helping to protect quarterbacks and create running lanes.
  • Holland played a significant role in the Detroit Lions' offensive line during his three seasons with the team, where he continued to develop his skills as a reliable offensive lineman.
  • He concluded his NFL career with the New York Giants, where he played from 1975 to
    1980. His experience and leadership were valuable assets to the team.
  • While not widely known, Holland's contributions to the teams he played for were appreciated by coaches and teammates alike.

Legacy

Although Vern Holland may not have achieved superstar status, his dedication to the game and consistent performance as an offensive lineman left a mark on the teams he played for during his NFL career.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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