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Jack LeRoy Christiansen (December 20, 1928 – June 29, 1986) was an American professional football player who became a college and pro coach. He played professionally in the National Football League (NFL) for the Detroit Lions as a safety and return specialist from 1951 to 1958.
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May 19, 2022 · Dec. 20, 1928 — Hall of Fame defensive back Jack Christiansen is born in Sublette, Kan. He recorded 46 interceptions and helped the Detroit Lions to 3 NFL titles in his 8 seasons. #KSfootballhistory pic.twitter.com/5DiNIgvDAe. — Kansas Sports Chronicles (@ks_chronicles) December 20, 2021.
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Full Name: John Leroy Christiansen. Birthdate: December 20, 1928. Birthplace: Sublette, Kansas. Died: June 29, 1986. High School: Odd Fellows Orphanage. Elected to Pro Football Hall of Fame: January 12, 1970. Enshrined into Pro Football Hall of Fame: August 8, 1970. Presenter: Buddy Parker, Former Lions Coach
6x All-Pro. 3x NFL Champ. HOF All-1950s Team. 19 24 24. Become a Stathead & surf this site ad-free. SUMMARY. Career. Yds. TD. Checkout the latest stats for Jack Christiansen. Get info about his position, age, height, weight, college, draft, and more on Pro-football-reference.com.
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Born: December 20. in Sublette, KS. Died: June 29 , 1986 in Stanford, CA. More bio, uniform, draft info. Hall of Fame. HOF All-1950s Team. Get Stats, Coaching Records, Team Ranks, Coordinators, and more for Jack Christiansen on Pro-football-reference.com.
Jul 1, 1986 · Jack Christiansen, a former defensive back with the Detroit Lions and a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, died Sunday at Stanford Medical Center after undergoing surgery for cancer. He...