Dick Haley

Football Player

Birthday October 2, 1937

Birth Sign Libra

Birthplace Midway, PA

DEATH DATE Mar 10, 2023 (85)

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About

Professional football cornerback in the NFL for the Washington Redskins, the Minnesota Vikings, and the Pittsburgh Steelers. He was the former director of personnel for the Pittsburgh Steelers and is attributed with establishing their 1970's dynasty that won 4 Super Bowls and drafted 7 Hall of Fame players.

Before Fame

As a college football player for the University of Pittsburgh, he was selected in the 9th round of the 1959 NFL draft.

Trivia

In addition to his renowned career with the Steelers, he's also worked as a player personnel analyst for the Miami Dolphins and the director of player personnel for the New York Jets.

Family Life

He's the father of former Kansas City Chiefs head coach Todd Haley.

Associated With

He selected the 1974 NFL draft class for the Pittsburgh Steelers including future Pro Football Hall of Famers Lynn Swann, Jack Lambert, John Stallworth, and Mike Webster.