Dick Modzelewski Named 63rd On Giants’ Top 100 Players List.
The New York Giants announced that legendary defensive tackle Dick Modzelewski has been named the 63rd greatest player in franchise history.
A Defensive Force in Giants History.
Dick Modzelewski might not be a household name today, but for Giants fans who love the history of the game, he remains a legend. Known as “Little Mo,” Modzelewski played defensive tackle for the New York Giants from 1956 to 1963. During that time, he anchored one of the most dominant defenses the franchise has ever seen.
In his first season with the Giants, Modzelewski helped the team defeat the Chicago Bears to win the 1956 NFL Championship. Over the next seven seasons, he played in five more title games (1958, 1959, 1961, 1962, and 1963), solidifying his place as a consistent and reliable force on the defensive line.
Never Missed a Game.
Modzelewski’s toughness was legendary. He entered the league in 1953 with Washington when the NFL season was just 12 games long. By 1961, it had expanded to 14 games. Through it all, Modzelewski never missed a single game. He played in all 180 regular-season games and eight championship matchups.
His reliability and grit made him a respected figure in every locker room he entered. After short stints with Washington, Pittsburgh, and a brief (very brief!) moment with Detroit, he found his home with the Giants.
A Hall of Fame Career On and Off the Field.
Before his pro career, Modzelewski was an All-American at the University of Maryland and won the prestigious Outland Trophy in 1952. He was later inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1993 and the National Polish-American Sports Hall of Fame in 1986.
Following his playing days, he spent 22 seasons as an NFL coach. In 1978, he returned to the Giants as their defensive coordinator.
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