Following his senior season, Schlesinger was chosen in the sixth round of the 1995 NFL Draft by the Detroit Lions. I thought-What a lucky bunch of students. Schlesinger scored two touchdowns. Carter II's journey from West Point to NFL, Cory Schlesinger has memory loss, but wouldnt change anything, Aaron Rodgers has concluded his darkness retreat, Lamar Jacksons camp leaks some information to Stephen A. Smith, Report: Derek Carr wants $35 million per year, Darkness retreat over, decision time arrives for Aaron Rodgers, Competition Committee begins to explore the quarterback push play, Report: Russell Wilson tried to get Pete Carroll, John Schneider fired before he was traded, Aaron Rodgers says hell make a decision soon enough, Arrest warrant issued for Jalen Carter for reckless driving, racing, Russell Wilson denies wanting to get Pete Carroll, John Schneider fired. All rights reserved. Cory Schlesinger last played in 2006. 41vs.Texas Tech I have a fairly large head and I'm going to use that as a weapon to get my running back through the hole. NFL and the NFL shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League.The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated. They want to bring me in and talk to me.". I think when you get hit from the side or guys try to turn their head and hit somebody, that probably hurts a lot more. [2] As a junior, he was the 1993 Husker Co-Lifter-of-the-Year with linebacker Donta Jones. [2], Schlesinger was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the sixth round (192nd overall) of the 1995 NFL Draft. 1 In 1997, he split time at fullback with Tommy Vardell and saw more action there than in previous years with the Lions with the team moving to a predominantly two-back set. That was spelled out to him in his first meeting with legendary offensive coordinator Tom Moore. Now a high school teacher in Allen Park, Mich., Schlesinger admits to experiencing some minor memory problems he believes stem from head trauma suffered during his NFL playing days between 1995 and 2006. The honorable-mention All-Big Eight selection finished his senior season with 456 yards and four touchdowns on 63 carries, before adding his Orange Bowl totals. Rushing, none1995 Orange Bowl (National Championship Game) ? 5.2 He dashed for a season-long 16-yard run against North Texas, before adding his lone touchdown of the year on a 13-yard sprint against Kansas State. Rushing, none1995 Orange Bowl (National Championship Game) ? Born: Do you have a blog? I guess the education really wasn't there yet.". This week's Monday Countdown looks at the Detroit Lions' comeback from the previous week's debacle, and head coach Dan Campbell's faith that his team and staff would react that way. At least the league is attempting to lessen the probability of injury through practice constraints. Then you have the major health risks and fact that outside the CFL, theres really no where to go for football and get a moderate pay check. He again played on special teams, finishing second on team with 27 tackles. He also caught four passes for 42 yards. We present them here for purely educational purposes. Join Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, Cory Schlesinger for the Animal Series Workout, brought you to by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona. When Cory Schlesinger was a fullback for the Lions, he was celebrated for having so many head-first hits that the teams equipment staff regularly had to replace his dented facemasks. 57 I played football 11 years and hockey for 13 anduhhh, the moops. Cory Schlesinger weighed 247 lbs (112 kg) when playing. Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. It happens. He finished second on the team with 15 special teams tackles. "You think, 'Oh, this is a huge hit.' Solid in the classroom, Schlesinger added first-team academic All-Big Eight honors as a senior industrial technology major. About time. Great attitude towards the subject, unlike some of these former players. 1990 In their moment of need, the Cornhuskers gave the football to their fullback, and Schlesinger tucked it under his arm and delivered. Who doesnt have memory loss? But the Lions had not drafted him to run the ball or catch. Schlesinger also believes that part of his current health issues stem from the fact concussion-related technology and awareness wasn't as good then as it is now. You'd think that something'd be a little smashed, but it's not. Schlesinger also works with NBA and NFL players and is preparing athletes for the 2020 Olympic Games. Tim Twentyman and Mike O'Hara share their observations from the Detroit Lions' Week 18 victory over the Green Bay Packers. Cory Schlesinger had 1,445 receiving yards over his career. [2], In 2003, Schlesinger was voted by his teammates as the Bobby Layne Offensive Most Valuable Player (MVP) Award winner and as the Mike Utley Spirit Award winner. I don't want anything else if nothing happens. The SPORTS REFERENCE and STATHEAD trademarks are owned exclusively by Sports Reference LLC. His 15 special teams tackles tied for fifth on squad as well. I dont think you guys truly understand what the settlement was about. Redshirt Season(1991)Schlesinger redshirted for the Huskers. Senior (1994)Schlesinger capped a stellar senior season with a heroic effort in the national championship against Miami in the 1995 Orange Bowl. There are some residual [effects], Schlesinger told Alex Marvez and Zig Fracassi on SiriusXM NFL Radio. 4 All-time Scores, Find a Score. Touchdowns; . ", First published on June 6, 2014 / 1:45 PM. 9vs. Utah He scored his lone touchdown on a five-yard run against Colorado. Some school's results have been altered by retroactive NCAA penalties. 16 In his time, he has revolutionized In-Season Training. "There's more players that are probably worse and players also that don't have any symptoms at all, so I guess we kind of compare notes, just how we played the game and hopefully we're doing all right.". 5.2 Cory wouldnt change anything. 57 He was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the sixth round of the 1995 NFL Draft. While some might say that maybe a normal part of aging, Schlesinger suspects that football played a role. As professionals these guys take a chance every time they go out on the playing field. Certainly, the NFL would come calling for a fullback who had come through with such a clutch performance. You tellem Cory. 3.6 Yeah, thats a riot. [2] Schlesinger scored two fourth-quarter touchdowns in the 1995 Orange Bowl in a 2417 win over the Miami Hurricanes as a senior to secure Nebraska's first national title under then-head coach Tom Osborne. ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Cory Schlesinger Overview. He was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the sixth round of the 1995 NFL Draft. 1992 . See our list of forfeits and vacated games for more details. Im 46 and I have memory loss from time to time. Just keep swimming. Cory Schlesinger could have thought he had barged through every hurdle and obstacle in his way to having a successful career in pro football with his heroic performance Nebraska's win over the Miami Hurricanes in the 1995 Orange Bowl. He wanted to teach and not every former player can sit on his porch and do nothing 365 days a year, especially a guy in his 30s or 40s. He played in the 1994 Orange Bowl national championship game against Florida State, but he did not have a carry or a tackle. 706 NCAA Guide for College-Bound Student-Athletes, NCAA International Student-Athlete Standards, Pinnacle Bank Arena Store (400 Pinnacle Arena Dr.), Pinnacle Bank Arena Store Curbside Pickup. "Football was good to me in the aspect that I played 12 years," said Schlesinger, 41. Subscribe to Stathead Basketball: Get your first month FREEYour All-Access Ticket to the Basketball Reference Database. Cory Schlesinger had 197 receptions over his career. He proved to be a brilliant pick for the Lions, as he spent the next 12 seasons pounding away in the Detroit backfield. Hell, there have been warnings on packs for allmost 2 decades now. He also played . He added 31 yards on eight carries in the season-opening win over West Virginia in the Kickoff Classic. 41vs.Texas Tech Proud to hear hes not blaming the league for it, and not regretting the decision to play. But football was not done with Schlesinger in 1995. File that under things rich people say to discourage others from wanting money more for them. You must be logged in to leave a comment. As a rookie, he played all 16 regular-season games mostly on special teams with two starts on offense. Schlesinger, who turns 48 in mid-June, always had a plan for life after football. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. Posed for pictures with a developmentally disabled person and sat and talked with him for several minutes. Who doesnt have to constantly think things? Please see our Contributors and Sources page for data source details. Redshirt Overall, Schlesinger reeled off five runs of 25 or more yards in 1994, including a 40-yard touchdown run against Kansas. In his first two seasons on The Farm, Schlesinger has All rights reserved. Perhaps he simply cannot remember the things he might have, in retrospect, changed. Cory Schlesinger (40) Fullback - Honors & Awards 13-Year NFL Career (Detroit, 1995-2006; Miami, 2007) Sixth-Round NFL Draft Pick (Detroit Lions, 1995) . Sure, hes no Megatron when it comes to fame, but dude played all-out, all the time. To me it starts with high school coaches who brutalize their kids with hard nose practices and continues throughout college as well. Totals He led the Discovers in tackles as a junior and senior, including 117 as a senior in 1989, when he was named the state defensive player of the year. Rushing, none1994 Orange Bowl ? He was inactive with a hamstring injury at the New York Jets on October 22 and against the Atlanta Falcons on November 5. He still cherishes the memory of his 2,000 yard rushing seasons. In that, Schlesinger is like a lot of former players. 11/0 Hits to the helmet from 12 years as a Detroit Lions fullback have started to take their toll on Cory Schlesinger. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. Money is the root of all evil., I picture a poor whizzing victim of cigarette smoke, with a tracheotomy, having more pride than common sense swearing hell never sue. Copyright 2000-2023 Sports Reference LLC. Cory Schlesinger was born in Columbus, NE. Husker Junior Varsity 4 . September 1, 2007. On the year Schlesinger rushed for 16 first downs, the only season of his career he accumulated a double-digit total in the category. Data Provided By Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. He had one catch for a two-yard gain and one rush for a yard. He played 181 games for the Lions before retiring after the 2006 season. Cory Schlesinger played 181 games over his career. Cory Schlesinger was born on June 23, 1972. He was a 2004 Pro Bowl alternate to starter Fred Beasley. Mike O'Hara predicts what the Detroit Lions will do in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft. We've learned, "Wait, we need to hydrate the heck out of you guys to perform at your best. Love the sport but makes you wonder. See full bio Born: June 23, 1972 in Columbus, Nebraska, USA More at IMDbPro Contact Info: View agent, publicist, legal on IMDbPro Known For 6, Tackles: 7 UT, 8 AT, 15 Total; 4 UT, 5 AT, 9 TT in 1992; 2 UT, 3 AT, 5 TT in 1993: 1 UT, 0 AT, 1 TT in 1994Kickoff Returns: 2-30; 1-14 in 1993; 1-16 in 1994Receptions: none, Single-Game BestsRushing Attempts - 10 (30 yards) vs. Colorado, 1993Rushing Yards - 84 (6 carries) vs. Texas Tech, 1994Long Rush - 41 yards, vs. Texas Tech, 1994Rushing TDs - 2 vs. Pacific, 1994 (tied school record)Long TD - 40 yards vs. Kansas, 1994, Bowl Games1993 Orange Bowl? Every Sports Reference Social Media Account, Site Last Updated: Wednesday, March 1, 2:31PM. Y/G He had 129 catches from 2001-03, with career highs of 60 catches for 466 years in 2001. From 1995 to 2006, Schlesinger played 181 games for the Lions, carrying 167 times for 473 yards and five touchdowns. ", Schlesinger hopes that he doesn't develop more serious brain-related trouble as he gets older. I was looking to go out and get three good shots. 18 overall pick in the NFL Draft. He declined to join the almost 4,900 former players who have filed an unresolved class-action lawsuit against the NFL seeking damages for brain injuries. All logos are the trademark & property of their owners and not Sports Reference LLC. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. A standout on special teams, Schlesinger notched nine tackles, including four solos. . As players, you get paid a high reward for playing a high risk game. Detroit Lions er et profesjonelt amerikansk fotballag basert i Detroit, Michigan.Lions konkurrerer i National Football League (NFL) i ligaens National Football Conference (NFC) i NFC North-divisjonen.Laget spiller hjemmekamper i Ford Field i Detroit.. Laget var frst kjent som Portsmouth Spartans og basert i Portsmouth, Ohio, og ble med i NFL 12. juli 1930, som var lagets frste sesong. Schlesinger was the 2005 recipient of the Detroit Lions/Detroit Sports Broadcasters Association/Pro Football Writers Association's Media-Friendly "Good Guy" Award. Mike O'Hara takes a look at how teams have fared with the No. If goalie has a bad day, wingers can still carry a game and help on defense if youre the type into shot blocking. Join us for a March Madness Webinar on Tuesday, March 7 at 8pm ET. Watch our How-To Videos to Become a Stathead, Subscribe to Stathead and get access to more data than you can imagine. 1993 [2], He earned All-Big Eight honorable mention honors in 1994 in a coaches poll and a Phillips 66 Academic All-Big Eight pick the same year. 1994 Do you have a sports website? 1991 He had a season-high nine-yard run against Utah to finish with a season-best 14 yards against the Utes. 3.6 Big blocks, receptions, and runs of fullback Cory Schlesinger's 12 year career. He graduated from Nebraska with a desire to go into teaching. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. "There are some residual (effects)," Schlesinger told co-host Zig Fracassi and me Sunday on SiriusXM NFL Radio. Sounded like a cannon going off. Yds. I got a chance to do some of my hardest hits out there and do some things that some players don't want to do.". College University of Nebraska. For Schlesinger, the face mask-destroying clashes were a good sign; they meant he was doing his job, moving defendersaside and making room for the running back. "I have to remember kids" names (as an industrial arts instructor). Good luck with your health Mr. Schlesinger. "That's the proper way of doing it. It was the Lions who backed up their interest with their actions. I have to remember things a lot more; I have to think about things more. A Very Headstrong Individual, A True Metal Head If You Will. 7.2 A lawsuit by players for memory loss? But Schlesinger is not one of the thousands of former players suing the league, and he said he wouldnt change his decision to play football. " There are some residual [effects] ," Schlesinger told Alex Marvez and Zig Fracassi on SiriusXM NFL Radio. 34/17 [citation needed] In 2006, he appeared in 14 games with four starts to record eight catches for 36 yards (4.5 avg). I liked blocking. "We'll find out. 11/8 He added 48 yards and two scores on six attempts in the Orange Bowl. Schlesinger said he has not been bothered by headaches, at least not the severe kind that have plagued some other former players. it. Schlesinger finished the season as NU's fifth-leading rusher with 193 yards and a touchdown on 48 carries. The Raiders, Packers, Panthers and Lions were among the teams that showed interest, Schlesinger said. A Fearless Lead Blocker, He Was Not Afraid To Ring Bells, Or Get His Bell Rung. All other NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. He actually gave me the nickname 'Anvil.' During his time as an undergraduate, Schlesinger completed a pair of internships at Wake Forest in 2007 under strength coach Ethan Reeve and a pair of internships at North . He was even more dangerous as a receiver, hauling in 197 receptions for 1,445 yards and nine scores in his career in Detroit. Football was good to me in the aspect that I played 12 years, Schlesinger said. There was no outlook written for Cory Schlesinger in 2022. Sad to hear hes having long term effects. More Schlesinger Pages. Would put ceiling tiles out up 30 feet or so! Javascript is required for the selection of a player. I still would have probably done it the exact same way.. G/S Schlesinger compiled a 64-3 record on the wrestling mat those years. They have the most money so sue them. Most former players, he said, would respond similarly. "He's one of the guys I looked up to my first year. I liked hitting the wedge. [4] Schlesinger finished the 2001 season with single-season career highs in rushing attempts (47), rushing yards (154), rushing touchdowns (three), receptions (60), and receiving yards (466). Redshirt Cory Schlesinger is in his third season as the Sports Performance Coach for the men's basketball team. A three-year letterman for the Huskers, Schlesinger finished his senior season with 456 yards and four touchdowns on just 63 carries for 7.2 yards per tote. "Every training camp was a headache, so there was numerous. DOB 6/23/1972. If football was so good to him, why does he still need a job? They drafted Schlesinger in the sixth round, with the 192nd pick overall. [2], He also won the 189-pound wrestling state championship twice during his prep career. Now that head injuries are the biggest concern facing the game of football, those dented facemasks dont seem like something to celebrate. He finished the season with a career-high three receiving touchdowns. All rights reserved. Cory Michael Schlesinger (born June 23, 1972)[1] is a former American football fullback of the National Football League (NFL). Single-Game BestsRushing Attempts - 10 (30 yards) vs. Colorado, 1993Rushing Yards - 84 (6 carries) vs. Texas Tech, 1994Long Rush - 41 yards, vs. Texas Tech, 1994Rushing TDs - 2 vs. Pacific, 1994 (tied school record)Long TD - 40 yards vs. Kansas, 1994 [2] He was named the Nebraska Defensive Player of the Year as a prep senior and played with a group of Nebraska football all-stars in the Down Under Bowl in Sydney, Australia following his senior season. Would I [still] play the game? Keep coming back. The official source for NFL news, video highlights, fantasy football, game-day coverage, schedules, stats, scores and more. He also finished third on the team with 15 special teams tackles. Absolutely. . Money is the root of all evil.. Amazing how many idiots here are making fun of the guys memory loss. Cory Schlesinger had 1,445 receiving yards over his career. He was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the sixth round of the 1995 NFL Draft. Schlesinger has been cut by the Dolphins, according to Miami Herald columnist Armando Salguero's Dolphins in Depth blog. Learn more and register, Scores from any date in BAA/NBA or ABA history, Frequently Asked Questions about the NBA, WNBA and Basketball, Basketball-Reference.com Blog and Articles, Subscribe to Stathead Basketball: Get your first month FREE. 20.8 College Football at Sports-Reference.com Blog and Articles. Cory Schlesinger Coaches Index An ad blocker has likely prevented this video content from loading. 1993 Priests and religious nuts were not cool in my catholic high school. "I had a chance to be there with Chris Spielman. Too bad he had to play for a crappy lions team if he would have went to the packers he would have a super bowl ring well i guess it could be worse he couldve played for minnesota or chicago, Schlesinger then went on to say Mike O'Hara previews the Lions' Week 18 matchup vs. the Packers including why Sunday's matchup feels like a playoff game, three keys for Detroit and more. He carried a season-best four times for nine yards against Kansas. If a center has a bad day, a point guard can still carry the game. He has put that plan to use, teaching in the Allen Park system for 12 years. Watch our How-To Videos to Become a Stathead, Subscribe to Stathead and get access to more data than you can imagine. 193 He has put that plan to use, teaching in the Allen Park system for 12 years. "I have to remember things a lot more; I have to think about things more. Att. Everybodys a victim and those evil corporations are to blame for everything! Just keep swimming. "For the most part, the physical part, I enjoyed that part of the game. Tim Twentyman and Mike O'Hara share their observations from the Detroit Lions' Week 17 victory over the Chicago Bears. Schlesinger was a two-time all-state selection at linebacker at Columbus High School, leading the team in tackles as a junior and senior. Copyright 2000-2023 Sports Reference LLC. Even many of the players who suffer serious health consequences from playing football say theyd do it again. i would think any former player of the lions would want to forget. Long Bowl Games1993 Orange Bowl? He was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the sixth round of the 1995 NFL Draft. I have to remember things a lot more; I have to think about things more. The biggest mistakes were these guys seeing their NFL jobs as careers, and their inability to differentiate between WANTS and NEEDS. Schlesinger recalled a memorable training-camp matchup with Spielman as a rookie. I mean outside of doing what you love, it seems that the risks arent worth. If a QB has a bad day, the WRs have bad days. Before that, he simply enjoyed being on the field in training camp with pro players. He returned to the lineup against the San Francisco 49ers on November 12 to play in his 174th career game, which moved him into a tie for seventh with placekicker Eddie Murray (19801991) on the team's all-time games played list.[2]. You're supposed to strike with your fist first, but you know that's not happening. Coach Schlesinger has presented his knowledge and experience across all forms of media, as well as on-stage nationally and internationally. CBS DETROIT - For now, formerDetroit Lions fullback Cory Schlesinger has no regrets about the 12 seasons he spentbarreling intodefenders so violently that he broke an estimated 200 face masks in his career. thegreatgabbert .You actually dont have to do anything to win a Nobel Peace Prize!!!!!! Schlesinger's hard-charging runs through the heart of the Hurricane defense gave the Huskers a 24-17 win to cap a 13-0 seasonand its first national title since 1971. Cory Schlesinger has not been elected into the Hall of Fame. Hell I have problems remembering things and I didnt play football. Time to sue the NFL I guess. He was an alternate in the 2003 Pro Bowl to starter Alstott. He served as one of squad's most productive special teams players for a fourth consecutive season, with his 18 tackles ranking fifth on the Lions. 6-48, 2 TD, Year In a small HS gym he would take a basketball, hold it out about chest high and bounce it HARD off the floor. 20.8 It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. All rights reserved. In 2004, he was named as an alternate to the 2005 Pro Bowl for the third-straight season. You end up broke. No portion of this site may be reproduced without the express written permission of the Detroit Lions. Even with growing awareness of the potential effects of concussions, Schlesinger said he would still play the game - and probably just the same way - if he had to do it all over again. In 1996, he was primarily used on special teams, leading the club with 13 tackles on the year. When Schlesinger walked off the field, he had no indication that he had not played his last game of football. Y/G inColumbus,NE, College: Att. So far, minor memory problems appear to be the extent of any football-related head trauma for the fullback. Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. joking aside on detriot, i commend Mr. Schlesinger on his evaluation of who really is responsible for his trouble(s). He enjoyed his best season in 2001 when he posted 60 receptions for 466 yards, while adding 47 carries for a career-best 154 yards on the ground. It was quite high. All logos are the trademark & property of their owners and not Sports Reference LLC. What never changed throughout his 12 years was his intensity, either as a lead blocker or pass protector on offense, or running downfield on special teams to break up the wedge. 38.0 He was also named to the 2001 All-Pro Team by Sports Illustrated's Paul Zimmerman and to the College and Pro Football Newsweekly 2001 All-Pro Second-team squad. 2022 Draft, Draft Finder, Draft History. A Runner, A Receiver, And Most Importantly A Blocker. Schlesinger knew he had to make an impression early as a rookie, and he recalls his performance in a short-yardage drill that might have cemented his place on the roster. As far as weighing the fun and money of professional football with the toll it takes on a player's body, however, Schlesinger decided to refrain from making a declaration - at least for now. He got a chance to give the scouts another look at Nebraska's Pro Day workouts. He started two of the team's first three games during his rookie season at fullback blocking for Barry Sanders, but playing time in the backfield diminished soon thereafter when the offense began employing three-receiver sets on almost every play from scrimmage. Absolutely. POWERFUL - RocknStock (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kLsrNbDQEN0), \u0026 2. We present them here for purely educational purposes. Columbus High SchoolA two-time all-state linebacker for Coach Dick Luebbe, Schlesinger also played fullback as a senior in 1989, when he rushed for 1,514 yards and 23 touchdowns while topping the 100-yard mark in nine games. School: Nebraska. The MVP awards and his Nobel Peace Prize. 456 Played with the Lions doing the basketball rounds. Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. About half of the NFL teams do not have a designated fullback on their roster, using tight ends and offensive linemen as blockers in that role. Now a high school teacher in Allen Park, Mich., Schlesinger admits to. "There's a few guys that we do a few things with that they also mention the same type of symptoms out there," Schlesinger said. "Back in the day, it was considered weak to drink water. Now a teacher at Allen Park High School, Schlesinger said in a recent SiriusXM NFL Radio interview that he sometimes has minor memory issues, that he has to work a little harder toremember the names of students. 5.6 4.0 Jun 1, 2014 6:55 PM He averaged 4.0 yards per carry and 17.6 yards per game. "I was never knocked out, but there's been dings a few times where the white lines on the field would turn green and you'd get cross-eyed a few times, but kind of shook it off and played," Schlesinger continued. His career high for rushing yards was 154 in 2001. However, he was released at the end of training camp, losing out to rookie sixth-round draft pick Reagan Mauia. The 11 Super Bowl wins. He was a volunteer speaker at the 1993 Omaha Youth Rap Session. I really couldn't even tell you. Against the Tigers, he scored two first-quarter touchdowns, including a 39-yard scamper to stake NU to a 28-0 lead in a 70-21 blowout. 41vs. Texas Tech Cory Michael Schlesinger (born June 23, 1972) is a former American football fullback of the National Football League. PFR HOF Monitor: 3.80 (706th among RB, average HOF RB is 106.95). "The thing about breaking a face mask is you see what you hit," said Schlesinger, an NFC Pro Bowl alternate from 2002 to 2004. [3] The fullback, in addition to rushing and blocking responsibilities, can also be more involved in the passing game. Frequently Asked Questions about the NFL and Football, Pro-Football-Reference.com Blog and Articles, Subscribe to Stathead Football: Get your first month FREE. "We are always learning," Schlesinger said. Y/A CORY SCHLESINGER Schlesinger, Cory Michael Height: 6-0 Weight: 243 Born: June 23, 1972 Columbus, NE High School: Columbus (NE) Schlesinger finished his first season on the varsity with 16 carries for 57 yards and a touchdown. 16vs. North Texas I played football in high school but never had any concussions. The 41-year-old Schlesinger now works as a high school teacher and says he sometimes has minor memory problems that he worries will get more severe. 11/0 "I came from a pretty good program at the University of Nebraska," Schlesinger said the other day with typical understatement. Early years [ edit] "He told me, 'you're not going to run the ball; you're not going to catch the ball,'" Schlesinger said. O'HARA: Ragnow listening and learning from Lions teammates, Harmon talks about his experiences with racism & social injustice. Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. Just my opinion-so here goes. Even after gaining national recognition during the NCAA tournament as "Crazy Beard Guy," Cory Schlesinger shifted the limelight to his athletes and their efforts. Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? One of the nicest men I ever met. He was an academic All-Big Eight selection as an industrial technology major at Nebraska. That plan would be put on hold. Photo courtesy of Bill Riggs. [2] He also played fullback as a senior in 1990. Cory Michael Schlesinger (born June 23, 1972) [1] is a former American football fullback of the National Football League. A Very Headstrong Individual, A True Metal Head If You Will. He produced a season-high 30 yards on a career-best 10 carries against Colorado. Cory Schlesinger: Coaching Record, Awards | Basketball-Reference.com We've added Women's stats dating back to 2009-10 on College Basketball Reference!. Supposed to strike with your fist first, but you know that 's the proper way doing... 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