Gary Danielson
Detroit Lions
Gary
Danielson played for the Detroit Lions from 1976 to 1984 and for the
Cleveland Browns in 1985, 1987 and 1988. Before turning pro, Danielson
played for three years at Purdue University, graduating in 1973.
Danielson passed for 2,748 yards in three seasons for the Boilermakers.
After playing for three teams in the World Football League from 1974-75
(New York Stars, Charlotte Hornets and Chicago Wind), Danielson signed
with the Detroit Lions as a free agent in 1976. Danielson became the
third all-time leading passer in Lions history before a trade sent him
to Cleveland in 1985. He spent four seasons at Cleveland, retiring
following the 1988 season. During his 13-year career, Danielson passed
for 13,764 yards. He enjoyed his best seasons in 1980 and 1984, when he
threw for 3,223 and 3,076 yards respectively.
