Steven Gregory Zabel (born March 20, 1948) is an American former professional football player who was a linebacker and tight end in the National Football League (NFL).[1] After playing college football for the Oklahoma Sooners, he was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the first round of the 1970 NFL draft with the sixth overall pick.[2]

In his ten-year career, he played in 124 games while starting in 95 of them, having six interceptions and 13 fumble recoveries.[2] He played 60 games for the Eagles, 49 for the New England Patriots, and 15 for the Colts.[2] He was a member of the Patriots' 1970s All-Decade Team.[citation needed]

He started parts of the 1970 and 1971 season as a tight end, having 10 total receptions for 123 yards and three touchdowns.[citation needed]

References

  1. ^ "Zabel Man in Middle As Clock Ticks Away". Courier-Post. July 31, 1972. Retrieved January 22, 2025.
  2. ^ a b c "Steve Zabel". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Archived from the original on September 29, 2022. Retrieved April 17, 2023.


Allikas: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steve_Zabel
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