1969 Jets Offensive Line Profiles

JOHN SCHMITT
Center
No. 52
Hofstra
Starting all 14 games for the third straight season, John's deadly precision in picking off blitzing pass-rushers and ability to pry open the middle of a defensive line upon snapping to Namath was invaluable in the Jets' thrilling run to Super Bowl glory. Along with the appreciation of knowledgeable Jet fans, John received acclaim as a second-team All-Pro by both UPI and the AP.


DAVE HERMAN
Guard
No. 67
Michigan State
"The biggest helmet on the Jets belongs to Dave Herman. He must own the biggest heart, too, for Dave, a rising offensive guard, was willing last season to move over to tackle for the Super Bowl game, where he would be playing opposite massive Bubba Smith. For a guy of Dave's size - he's 6-1, 255 - it was asking a lot, but then this a guy whose worth you don't measure in numbers. Dave did a superb job on Smith, though he would prefer not being asked to do it again.
A future draft choice of both the Jets and the Giants, he spent most of his 1964 rookie year on special teams, but the following year took over as a regular. He played his college football at Michigan State, and was a senior the year Bubba Smith broke in at the same school."

-Jack Zanger, Pro Football 1969


RANDY RASMUSSEN
Guard
No. 66
Nebraska-Kearney
Whether in tandem with Dave Herman during the regular season or with Bob Talamini during the Jets' historic postseason when Herman was pressed into duty at offensive tackle, Randy met the most well-known requirement for any New York offensive lineman- the ability to always provide pass protection for Joe Namath. Yet the Kearney Stater proved just as helpful to the ball-carrying heroics of Snell and Boozer.


BOB TALAMINI
Guard
No. 61
Kentucky
"Acquired from the Houston Oilers, Bob has been influential in molding the New York Jets' fine offensive line. He's a fine pass protector and excellent at leading the way on end sweeps. Bob is a tough, hard-driving pro and has played in six American Football League All-Star games."

-1969 Topps No. 162


PETE PERREAULT
Guard
No. 64
Boston University
"This big guard signed his first pro contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1962. The following year he was playing with the New York Jets and had his best season in 1964 when he appeared in 14 ball games.
Pete has suffered numerous injuries and when he is healthy he figures to perform very well."

-1969 Topps No. 181


WINSTON HILL
Offensive Tackle
No. 75
Texas Southern
Winston has been a virtually impenetrable pass blocking stalwart for the Jets since his rookie season. Though an AFL All-Star in 1964, '67 and '68, his greatest glory came in historic Super Bowl III. Joe Namath's masterful deployment of the Jet running backs was helped immeasurable by Winston spending the entire game overpowering Colt defensive end Ordell Braase. This was an offensive lineman's performance that was admired by knowledgeable football fans everywhere.


DAVE FOLEY
Offensive Tackle
1st Round
Ohio State
Dave comes to New York as the offensive tackle needed to continue the success of the explosive Jet offense. This 6-5, 255-pound first-rounder clearly has the size and strength needed to assure adequate protection for Namath's passing. This consensus Ohio State All-American also proved his run-blocking prowess as part of the Buckeye squad that won the Rose Bowl.