Ron Vander Kelen


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Position: QB
Date of Birth: November 6, 1939
Height / Weight: 6'1" / 185 lbs
First Team: MIN (1963)
Last Team: MIN (1967)

Quarterback Stats

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Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Ron Vander Kelen - NFL Career Overview

Date of Birth: November 6, 1939
Position: Quarterback (QB)

Career Timeline

  • Team: Minnesota Vikings (1963-1967)

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Ron Vander Kelen played as a quarterback in the NFL for the Minnesota Vikings from 1963 to 1967.
  • He was known for his strong arm and ability to lead the offense during his time with the team.
  • Vander Kelen's college career at the University of Wisconsin-Madison was notable; he gained recognition for his performance, which helped him transition to the professional level.
  • Although he did not achieve superstar status in the NFL, Vander Kelen contributed to the development of the Vikings during their early years in the league.

Post-NFL Career

  • After retiring from professional football, Vander Kelen's contributions to the sport continued, though specific details on his post-NFL career are less documented.

Ron Vander Kelen remains a part of Minnesota Vikings history as one of the early players who helped shape the team's identity in the 1960s.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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