Erik Kramer - NFL Career Overview

Date of Birth: November 6, 1964

Position: Quarterback

Career Timeline

• Atlanta Falcons (1987-1990)
  • Drafted in the 6th round of the 1987 NFL Draft.
  • Played in 3 seasons with the Falcons, where he showed promise as a quarterback.
• Detroit Lions (1991-1993)
  • Started to establish himself as a reliable starter.
  • Helped lead the Lions to a playoff appearance in 1991.
• Chicago Bears (1994-1997)
  • Had his most successful seasons with the Bears.
  • In 1995, Kramer threw for 3,838 yards and 29 touchdowns, earning recognition as a top quarterback in the league.
  • Led the Bears to the playoffs during the 1994 season.
• San Diego Chargers (1998-1999)
  • Served as a backup quarterback.
  • Retired after the 1999 season, concluding a solid NFL career.

Career Highlights & Accomplishments

• Known for his passing accuracy and ability to read defenses.
• Best season came in 1995 with the Chicago Bears, where he led the team to the playoffs and threw for over 3,800 yards.
• Career totals include over 16,000 passing yards and 100 touchdown passes.
• Played in key games and contributed to multiple playoff runs, particularly with the Lions and Bears.

Additional Information

After retiring from professional football, Erik Kramer has been involved in various community and charitable activities. His journey through the NFL has made him a respected figure in the sport, particularly among fans of the teams he played for.