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Don Testerman

Don Testerman

American football player (1952–2018)

Donald Ray Testerman (November 7, 1952 – May 8, 2018) was a professional American football player who played in four National Football League (NFL) seasons from 1976-1980 for the Seattle Seahawks and the Miami Dolphins.

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NFL Career

Prior to the NFL, Testerman was on Clemson's football team.[1]

Testerman was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in the tenth round of the 1976 draft.[2] In August 1976, the Dolphins traded Testerman to the Philadelphia Eagles for a future draft pick.[1] He was then traded to the Seahawks in early September.[3] Testerman made his NFL starter debut against the Dallas Cowboys on October 3, 1976.[4]

Testerman sat out the 1979 season due to an injury. He joined the Miami Dolphins for the 1980 season.[5]

After retiring from the NFL, Testerman was involved in various coaching and non-profit capacities. He periodically substituted for Albemarle High School.

In 2018, Testerman died from the effects of dementia at the age of 65.[6]

References

  1. [1]
    "Rookie back to Philly". Newspapers.com. August 26, 1976. Retrieved January 27, 2022.
  2. [2]
    "7 State Players Picked in Draft". Newspapers.com. April 10, 1976. Retrieved January 27, 2022.
  3. [3]
    "Seahawks continue dealings". Newspapers.com. September 8, 1976. Retrieved January 27, 2022.
  4. [4]
    "Cowboys rope Seahawks". Newspapers.com. October 4, 1976. Retrieved January 27, 2022.
  5. [5]
    "Testerman all-business at Miami". Newspapers.com. September 4, 1980. Retrieved January 27, 2022.
  6. [6]
    "Don Testerman, the Seahawks' original fullback, dies at age 65". The Seattle Times. May 18, 2018. Retrieved January 27, 2022.
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