Career History of Pete Gogolak

Date of Birth: April 18, 1942

Position: Kicker

Teams:

• Buffalo Bills (1964-1966)
• New York Giants (1967-1974)

Career Highlights:

• One of the first placekickers to gain widespread recognition in the NFL.
• Known for his unique kicking style, which was influenced by soccer, as he had played the sport before transitioning to American football.
• Played a significant role in popularizing the kicking position in the NFL.
• Was the first kicker to score a game-winning field goal in the Super Bowl era.
• Selected as a Pro Bowl player in 1968.

Accomplishments:

• Led the NFL in field goals made during the 1966 season.
• Ranked among the top kickers in the league throughout his career, contributing to both teams' scoring efforts.
• Inducted into the New York Giants Ring of Honor for his contributions to the franchise.

Gogolak’s career marked a significant shift in the perception and role of kickers in the NFL, and he remains a notable figure in the history of the game.