Chris Dieterich

American football player (born 1958)
American football player
Chris Dieterich
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Dieterich in 1980
No. 72
Position:Offensive tackle / Guard
Personal information
Born: (1958-07-27) July 27, 1958 (age 65)
Freeport, New York, U.S.
Career information
College:North Carolina State University
NFL draft:1980 / Round: 6 / Pick: 140
Career history
  • Detroit Lions (1980–1986)

Christian Jeffrey Dieterich (born July 27, 1958) is a retired American football player who played his entire career with the Detroit Lions from 1980 to 1986.

Early life and college career

Dieterich attended Ward Melville High School, earning the Long Island Newsday Hansen Award in 1975. At North Carolina State he was a two time all All ACC Tackle/Guard and was on the 1979 ACC Championship team, playing in the 1980 Hula Bowl.

Professional career

Dieterich in 1980s
Dieterich in 1980s

Dieterich played his entire seven season career with the Detroit Lions.

Personal life

Lives in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Dieterich writes Football & Mystery Books and donates the proceeds to Children & Animal Charities. Visit Website

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