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48. Bert Rechichar

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48. Bert Rechichar
Known mostly for at one time holding the longest Field Goal (56 Yards) in NFL history, Bert Rechichar should probably be known more for being a three-time Pro Bowl Safety who was a punishing tackler.  Rechichar recorded 24 Interceptions for Baltimore and was also a top kick returner in the league.  This is definitely one of those players who you wonder why he isn’t remembered more.

The Bullet Points

  • Position: Kick Returner, Place Kicker, Punt Returner, Safety
  • Acquired: Signed prior to the 1953 Season.
  • Departed: Signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers prior to the 1960 Season.
  • Games Played: 79
  • Notable Statistics: 7 Receptions
    185 Receiving Yards
    3 Receiving Touchdowns
    28 Field Goals Made
    34.6 Field Goal Percentage
    56 Extra Points Made
    90.3 Extra Point Percentage
    38 Punts
    1,433 Punt Yards
    71 Punt Returns
    253 Punt Return Yards
    19 Kick Returns
    378 Kick Return Yards
    24 Interceptions
    296 Interception Return Yards
    1 Interception Return Touchdown
    8 Fumble Recoveries
    22 Fumble Recovery Yards

    1 Playoff Game
    0 Extra Points Made
    1 Extra Point Attempt
  • Major Accolades and Awards: NFL Champion (1958 & 1959)
    Second Team All-Pro (1955)
    Pro Bowl (1955, 1956 & 1957)
    Most Punt Returns (1955)
    Most Field Goal Attempts (1955)
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