Rich Badar
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| Position: | Quarterback | ||||
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| Born: | March 8, 1943 Cleveland, Ohio, U.S. | ||||
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| High school: | St. Stanislaus (Cleveland, Ohio) | ||||
| College: | Indiana (1961–1964) | ||||
| Undrafted: | 1967 | ||||
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Richard Chester Badar[1] (born March 8, 1943) is an American former professional football quarterback in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Indiana Hoosiers.
High school career
[edit]Badar attended St. Stanislaus High School in Cleveland, Ohio (which later merged into Cleveland Central Catholic High School). As a sophomore he played the halfback position and was described as a "strong insider runner and a tough defensive performer".[2] As a junior, Badar was moved to quarterback and led the team to a North Central League title and a 7–0 record, the first undefeated season in school history.[3][4] He was named the North Central League co-MVP as a senior in 1960.[5] Badar also played as a forward on the school's basketball team,[6] earning North Central League MVP honors as a senior.[7]
College career
[edit]Badar played college football for the Indiana Hoosiers from 1961 to 1964.[1] As a junior, he led the Big Ten Conference with a 59.7% completion rate.[8] As a senior in 1964, Badar completed 121-of-245 pass attempts for 1,571 yards and was voted team MVP by his teammates.[9] He earned an invitation to the Senior Bowl, where he scored a rushing touchdown for the North team in the 7–7 tie,[10] as well as the North–South Shrine Game.[11]
Professional career
[edit]After going unselected in the 1965 NFL draft, Badar signed with the Washington Redskins as an undrafted free agent.[12] He attempted one pass in their preseason opener against the Philadelphia Eagles, which was caught by Jack Dean for 99 yards.[13] However, Badar was released by Washington on August 26,[14] and signed with the Richmond Rebels of the Continental Football League soon afterwards.[15]
On May 5, 1966, Badar signed with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers of the Canadian Football League.[16] After appearing in eight games in 1966, he re-signed with the team ahead of the 1967 season.[17] Badar was released by Winnipeg on August 21.[18] He signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers the following month,[19] serving as backup to Kent Nix after an injury to regular starter Bill Nelsen.[20]
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Rich Badar". Pro Football Archives. Retrieved February 13, 2025.
- ^ Chay, Ed (October 30, 1958). "St. Stanislaus Gridders Post Best Record Since 1954". Cleveland Plain Dealer. p. 31. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ Plath, Don (November 16, 1959). "St. Stanislaus Blanks St. Mary". Akron Beacon Journal. p. 25. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "St. Stan Wins, 40-0, for Perfect Season". Cleveland Plain Dealer. November 16, 1959. p. 37. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "St. Mary Star Garners Honors". Akron Beacon Journal. November 29, 1960. p. 33. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ Chay, Ed (December 1, 1959). "St. Stan's Opens Defense of Title". Cleveland Plain Dealer. p. 31. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Euclid High Matmen Rate District Edge". Cleveland Plain Dealer. February 24, 1961. p. 37. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ Chay, Edward (September 16, 1964). "Cleveland QB Is One of Keys as Indiana Eyes New Grid Fame". The Plain Dealer. p. 41. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ Bansch, John (November 25, 1964). "Bright Grid Future Seen At I.U." The Indianapolis Star. p. 20. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "North-South Tie In Senior Bowl". Kokomo Tribune. Associated Press. January 10, 1965. p. 22. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Badar, Huarte Ready To Lead North Stars". The Indianapolis News. Associated Press. December 24, 1964. p. 10. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ Lebovitz, Hal (January 30, 1985). "Another Vote for Tony". The Plain Dealer. p. 31. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "2 Redskin Rookies Aid 37-0 Victory". Chicago Tribune. United Press International. August 9, 1965. p. II–5. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Mazurek, Bodle Cut By Redskins". The Pittsburgh Press. United Press International. August 27, 1965. p. 29. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Richmond Rebels Score First Win". The Roanoke Times. Associated Press. September 6, 1965. p. 11. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Badar Signs". The Anderson Herald. Associated Press. May 7, 1966. p. 11. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Bombers Sign Rich Badar". The Ottawa Journal. Canadian Press. April 20, 1967. p. 15. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Badar let go by Bombers; Schoenfeld seeks tryout". The Star-Phoenix. Canadian Press. August 22, 1967. p. 24. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Kuharich Disguises Eagle Plans". The Pittsburgh Press. September 30, 1967. p. 10. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ Sell, Jack (October 31, 1967). "Ryan May Miss Steeler Game". Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. p. 22. Retrieved February 13, 2025 – via Newspapers.com.
External links
[edit]- Career statistics from NFL.com · Pro Football Reference
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