Ron Berger
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| Position: | Defensive end / defensive tackle | ||
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| Date of birth: | September 30, 1942 | ||
| Place of birth: | Detroit, Michigan | ||
| Height: | 6 ft 8 in (2.03 m) | ||
| Weight: | 290 lb (132 kg) | ||
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| College: | Wayne State | ||
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Ron Berger was an American college and professional football player. A defensive end, he played college football at Wayne State University, and played professionally in the American Football League (AFL) and National Football League (NFL) for the Boston/New England Patriots.
Career
Berger began his career with a semi-pro team in Pontiac, Michigan, in 1965 with the St. Petersburg Blazers of the North American Football League. The next year, the 6-foot-8 Berger played for the Orange County (Calif.) Ramblers of the Continental Football League before signing with the NFL's Los Angeles Rams. He joined the Patriots as a free agent in 1969 as the biggest lineman to ever suit up for the team.
Burger played in 41 games for the Boston/New England Patriots. His final season was with the Miami Dolphins in 1973.