Dick LeBeau
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Position: DB
Date of Birth: September 9, 1937
Height / Weight: 6'1" / 185 lbs
First Team: DET (1959)
Last Team: DET (1972)
Career Summary
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
Dick LeBeau: Career History
Date of Birth: September 9, 1937
Position: Defensive Back (DB)
NFL Team: Detroit Lions (DET)
Career Duration: 1959 - 1972
Career Overview
Dick LeBeau is a former NFL player who spent his entire professional playing career with the Detroit Lions. He is best known for his contributions to the team's defense during his 14 seasons in the league.
Playing Career
- Detroit Lions: 1959 - 1972
Highlights and Accomplishments
- Played in a total of 171 games over his career.
- Recorded 62 interceptions, ranking him among the top defensive backs of his era.
- Selected to the Pro Bowl three times (1960, 1961, 1962).
- Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2010 for his coaching contributions.
- Known for his exceptional skills in coverage and playmaking ability.
Post-Playing Career
After retiring as a player, LeBeau transitioned into coaching, where he became renowned for his defensive strategies and was a key figure in developing the zone blitz scheme.
Legacy
Dick LeBeau is celebrated not only for his playing career but also for his impact as a coach, making significant contributions to the game of football over decades.
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