Pete Duranko
Birthday December 15, 1943
Birth Sign Sagittarius
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About
Football player best known as a defensive end for the Denver Broncos and the University of Notre Dame. He was a member of Notre Dame's 1966 national champion team. The same year, he was a fourth-round draft pick of the Cleveland Browns but instead signed with the Broncos. In 2000, he was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). He became a national spokesman and fundraiser in the fight against the disease.
Before Fame
While at Johnstown Catholic High School, he earned the nickname "Diesel Duranko" for his playing style.
Trivia
He earned a master's degree at St. Francis College of Loretto, Pennsylvania. After his football career, he worked as a steel company executive.
Family Life
He was survived by his wife Janet and sons Greg and Nick.
Associated With
He played with football stars such as Rocky Bleier, George Kunz, Jack Snow, and John Huarte.
