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Joseph Edward Klecko (born October 15, 1953) is an American former professional football defensive tackle in the National Football League (NFL), primarily with the New York Jets. He played college football for the Temple Owls and was a member of the Jets' famed "New York Sack Exchange".
Joe Klecko was elected into the Hall of Fame as a Player in 2023. Frequently Asked Questions about the NFL and Football. Checkout the latest stats for Joe Klecko. Get info about his position, age, height, weight, college, draft, and more on Pro-football-reference.com.
Joe Klecko was a versatile defensive lineman for the New York Jets from 1977 to 1988. He holds the team record for most sacks in a season (20.5) and was a four-time Pro Bowler and the UPI Defensive Player of the Year in 1981.
Aug 20, 2023 · Learn how Joe Klecko, a former truck driver and semi-pro player, became one of the NFL's most dominant defensive linemen and a Pro Football Hall of Famer. Discover his journey from high school to the New York Jets and the New York Sack Exchange.
Aug 1, 2023 · Toughness, unmatched versatility, brute strength and unwavering loyalty were the hallmarks of a 12-year Hall of Fame career for Joe Klecko, who was the heart of the Jets’ “New York Sack Exchange” in the 1980s.
Sep 26, 2023 · In this special docuseries episode from 1JD Films, we join Jets legend Joe Klecko to tell his story from humble beginnings to Canton, Ohio and the Pro Football Hall Of Fame.
Aug 4, 2023 · CANTON, Ohio — Joe Klecko walked across the Hall of Fame Stadium field, black polo tucked into his jeans, with a big smile — one he kept even as he nearly tripped and fell in front of a...
