Tag Archives: New York Sack Exchange
Joe Klecko
Joe Klecko (Pro football. Born, Chester, PA, Oct. 15, 1953.) Despite knee problems that hampered him much of his career, Joseph Klecko was a standout Jets defensive lineman for 11 seasons (1977-87). A sixth-round draft choice out of Temple, Klecko was the first defensive player ever to make the Pro Bowl at three positions: defensive […]
Mark Gastineau
Mark Gastineau (Pro football. Born, Ardmore, OK, Nov. 20, 1956.) A standout defensive end for the Jets (1979-88), Mark Gastineau was a major part of the so-called “New York Sack Exchange.” Gastineau was the Jets’ No. 2 draft pick in 1979 and played all 16 games as a rookie but started only once. He became […]
