Al Nesser


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Position: DL
Date of Birth: June 6, 1893
Height / Weight: 6'0" / 195 lbs
First Team: AKR (1920)
Last Team: CLE (1931)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Al Nesser - NFL Career Overview

Full Name: Albert Nesser
Date of Birth: June 6, 1893
Position: Defensive Lineman (DL)

Career Timeline

  • 1920: Began his professional career with the Akron Pros (AKR)
  • 1921-1924: Played for the Cleveland Indians (CLE)
  • 1925-1928: Joined the New York Yankees (NY)
  • 1929-1931: Finished his career with the New York Giants (NYG)

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

  • One of the early players in the NFL, contributing to the league's formation and growth.
  • Played during a time when the league was transitioning from a loose collection of teams into a more organized professional sport.
  • Known for his versatility on the defensive line, contributing to various teams' defenses throughout his career.
  • Part of the Akron Pros team that won the first-ever NFL championship in 1920.

Legacy

Although Al Nesser may not be as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, his contributions during the formative years of the NFL helped shape the future of professional football. His experience across multiple teams reflects the fluid nature of player movement in the early days of the league.

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