Michael James Connelly was an American professional football player who was an offensive lineman in the National Football League for the Dallas Cowboys and Pittsburgh Steelers.
11 Facts About Mike Connelly
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Mike Connelly played college football at Utah State University and was drafted in the 12th round of the 1959 NFL draft by the Los Angeles Rams.
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Mike Connelly attended Pasadena High School, where he practiced football and baseball.
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Mike Connelly accepted a scholarship from Washington State University, playing freshman football.
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Mike Connelly then transferred to Pasadena City College for one season.
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Mike Connelly was selected by the Los Angeles Rams in the 12th round of the 1959 NFL draft, with a future draft pick, which allowed the team to draft him before his college eligibility was over.
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Mike Connelly was selected by the Buffalo Bills in the 1960 AFL draft.
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Mike Connelly was released by the Rams at the end of the 1960 preseason.
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Mike Connelly started as a backup guard, before being switched over to center in 1961, becoming the starter there for four straight years.
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Mike Connelly was very quick for his position and as an avid weightlifter, becoming one of the strongest players on the team.
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Mike Connelly reported to training camp in 1968 and told head coach Tom Landry that he'd only play one more year.