Don Meredith: Quick Facts


Facts

Also Known As Joe Donald Meredith • Joseph Donald Meredith
Born April 10, 1938 • Texas
Died December 5, 2010 (aged 72) • Santa Fe • New Mexico
Education Southern Methodist University
Height/Weight 6 ft 3 inches, 210 lb (1.90 m, 95 kg)
Throws right-handed
Position quarterback
Jersey Number 17 (Dallas Cowboys, 1960–1968)
Draft Drafted by the Chicago Bears in the third round (32nd overall) of the 1960 NFL draft.
Completion Percentage 50.7
Games Played 104
Interceptions 111
Touchdowns 135
Yards Gained By Passing 17199
Yards Per Attempt 7.5

Top Questions

When was Don Meredith born?
Don Meredith was born on April 10, 1938, in Mount Vernon, Texas, United States.
How tall was Don Meredith?
Don Meredith was 6 ft 3 inches, 210 lb (1.90 m, 95 kg).
What college did Don Meredith attend?
Don Meredith attended Southern Methodist University.
What position did Don Meredith play?
Don Meredith played quarterback.
How many times was Don Meredith selected to the Pro Bowl?
Don Meredith was selected to the Pro Bowl three times.

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