Richard Chester Badar[1] (born March 8, 1943) is an American former professional football quarterback in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Indiana Hoosiers.

High school career

Badar attended St. Stanislaus High School in Cleveland, Ohio (which later merged into Cleveland Central Catholic High School). As a sophomore he played the halfback position and was described as a "strong insider runner and a tough defensive performer".[2] As a junior, Badar was moved to quarterback and led the team to a North Central League title and a 7–0 record, the first undefeated season in school history.[3][4] He was named the North Central League co-MVP as a senior in 1960.[5] Badar also played as a forward on the school's basketball team,[6] earning North Central League MVP honors as a senior.[7]

College career

Badar played college football for the Indiana Hoosiers from 1961 to 1964.[1] As a junior, he led the Big Ten Conference with a 59.7% completion rate.[8] As a senior in 1964, Badar completed 121-of-245 pass attempts for 1,571 yards and was voted team MVP by his teammates.[9] He earned an invitation to the Senior Bowl, where he scored a rushing touchdown for the North team in the 7–7 tie,[10] as well as the North–South Shrine Game.[11]

Professional career

After going unselected in the 1965 NFL draft, Badar signed with the Washington Redskins as an undrafted free agent.[12] He attempted one pass in their preseason opener against the Philadelphia Eagles, which was caught by Jack Dean for 99 yards.[13] However, Badar was released by Washington on August 26,[14] and signed with the Richmond Rebels of the Continental Football League soon afterwards.[15]

On May 5, 1966, Badar signed with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers of the Canadian Football League.[16] After appearing in eight games in 1966, he re-signed with the team ahead of the 1967 season.[17] Badar was released by Winnipeg on August 21.[18] He signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers the following month,[19] serving as backup to Kent Nix after an injury to regular starter Bill Nelsen.[20]

References

  1. ^ a b "Rich Badar". Pro Football Archives. Retrieved February 13, 2025.
  2. ^ Chay, Ed (October 30, 1958). "St. Stanislaus Gridders Post Best Record Since 1954". Cleveland Plain Dealer. p. 31. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com. Open access icon
  3. ^ Plath, Don (November 16, 1959). "St. Stanislaus Blanks St. Mary". Akron Beacon Journal. p. 25. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com. Open access icon
  4. ^ "St. Stan Wins, 40-0, for Perfect Season". Cleveland Plain Dealer. November 16, 1959. p. 37. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com. Open access icon
  5. ^ "St. Mary Star Garners Honors". Akron Beacon Journal. November 29, 1960. p. 33. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com. Open access icon
  6. ^ Chay, Ed (December 1, 1959). "St. Stan's Opens Defense of Title". Cleveland Plain Dealer. p. 31. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com. Open access icon
  7. ^ "Euclid High Matmen Rate District Edge". Cleveland Plain Dealer. February 24, 1961. p. 37. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com. Open access icon
  8. ^ Chay, Edward (September 16, 1964). "Cleveland QB Is One of Keys as Indiana Eyes New Grid Fame". The Plain Dealer. p. 41. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com. Open access icon
  9. ^ Bansch, John (November 25, 1964). "Bright Grid Future Seen At I.U." The Indianapolis Star. p. 20. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com. Open access icon
  10. ^ "North-South Tie In Senior Bowl". Kokomo Tribune. Associated Press. January 10, 1965. p. 22. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com. Open access icon
  11. ^ "Badar, Huarte Ready To Lead North Stars". The Indianapolis News. Associated Press. December 24, 1964. p. 10. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com. Open access icon
  12. ^ Lebovitz, Hal (January 30, 1985). "Another Vote for Tony". The Plain Dealer. p. 31. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com. Open access icon
  13. ^ "2 Redskin Rookies Aid 37-0 Victory". Chicago Tribune. United Press International. August 9, 1965. p. II–5. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com. Open access icon
  14. ^ "Mazurek, Bodle Cut By Redskins". The Pittsburgh Press. United Press International. August 27, 1965. p. 29. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com. Open access icon
  15. ^ "Richmond Rebels Score First Win". The Roanoke Times. Associated Press. September 6, 1965. p. 11. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com. Open access icon
  16. ^ "Badar Signs". The Anderson Herald. Associated Press. May 7, 1966. p. 11. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com. Open access icon
  17. ^ "Bombers Sign Rich Badar". The Ottawa Journal. Canadian Press. April 20, 1967. p. 15. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com. Open access icon
  18. ^ "Badar let go by Bombers; Schoenfeld seeks tryout". The Star-Phoenix. Canadian Press. August 22, 1967. p. 24. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com. Open access icon
  19. ^ "Kuharich Disguises Eagle Plans". The Pittsburgh Press. September 30, 1967. p. 10. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com. Open access icon
  20. ^ Sell, Jack (October 31, 1967). "Ryan May Miss Steeler Game". Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. p. 22. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com. Open access icon


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