Former Jets, Colts Quarterback Dies
Summary
Marty Domres, a former NFL quarterback known for succeeding Johnny Unitas with the Baltimore Colts, died at the age of 78. Domres had a distinguished college career at Columbia University, setting multiple records, and played nine seasons in the NFL.Key Facts
- Marty Domres was born on April 17, 1947, in Ithaca, New York.
- He attended Columbia University, where he set 15 school records in football.
- Domres was drafted ninth overall by the San Diego Chargers in the 1969 NFL Draft.
- He played nine seasons in the NFL with four teams: Chargers, Colts, 49ers, and Jets.
- In 1972, he became the starting quarterback for the Baltimore Colts, succeeding Johnny Unitas.
- Domres finished his NFL career with 4,904 passing yards and 27 touchdowns.
- After retiring from football, he worked in finance as a managing director.
- Domres was inducted into several halls of fame, including the Columbia University Athletic Hall of Fame.
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