[2], Schlesinger was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the sixth round (192nd overall) of the 1995 NFL Draft. (College Stats), Weighted Career AV (100-95-): 13 (7238th overall since 1960). He had 129 catches from 2001-03, with career highs of 60 catches for 466 years in 2001. I didn't have an agent. In 2002, he finished the year with 139 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns along with 35 receptions for 263 yards. And then 5 minutes later he says he does have regrets! Mike O'Hara previews the Lions' Week 17 matchup vs. the Bears including why 'win in January' is the new motto, three keys for Detroit and more. ", "I don't want (doctors) to drain my bank with all the hard work that I've done for many, many years because of the money I put in (the NFL's) pockets, too," he said. "They told me they didn't have me on their radar. Workers should be compensated for injuries on the job. it. 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. Redshirt Season(1991)Schlesinger redshirted for the Huskers. There was a study completed several years ago that showed the total amount of physical contact practices that occur PRIOR to a player joining the NFL. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. "He told me, 'you're not going to run the ball; you're not going to catch the ball,'" Schlesinger said. Schlesinger, though, admits he likely would have tweaked the trademark blocking style that earned him the nickname "Sledge. Following his senior season, Schlesinger was chosen in the sixth round of the 1995 NFL Draft by the Detroit Lions. "That sounded like a great job for me.". The Duncan, Neb., native scored a pair of touchdowns to cap the Huskers' come-from-behind win over the Miami Hurricanes inthe 1995 Orange Bowl. While in high school, Schlesinger drove in demolition derbies for three years. Absolutely. I played football 11 years and hockey for 13 anduhhh, the moops. " Now we"re learning all these isolation blocks aren"t really good for the brain and what kind of effect they're having. 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. I have a fairly large head and I'm going to use that as a weapon to get my running back through the hole. "For the most part, the physical part, I enjoyed that part of the game. He said he was going to teach shop classes in high school. If you found out that your workplace purposely held back information that exposed how dangerous your job was to your health, in pretty sure youd be signing a lawsuit as well. We've learned, "Wait, we need to hydrate the heck out of you guys to perform at your best. From 1995 to 2006, Schlesinger played 181 games for the Lions, carrying 167 times for 473 yards and five touchdowns. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. Tim Twentyman and Mike O'Hara share their observations from the Detroit Lions' Week 18 victory over the Green Bay Packers. Cory Schlesinger has not been elected into the Hall of Fame. 4.0 Cory Schlesinger was born on June 23, 1972 in Columbus, Nebraska, USA. He also rushed for 51 yards and a career-best two touchdowns on just three carries in a win over Pacific. ", First published on June 6, 2014 / 1:45 PM. Cory Michael Schlesinger (born June 23, 1972) is a former American football fullback of the National Football League. Cory Schlesinger was born on June 23, 1972. A Very Headstrong Individual, A True Metal Head If You Will. And a lot of physical and mental ailment unfortunately arise from playing for extended times. The 11 Super Bowl wins. See full bio Born: June 23, 1972 in Columbus, Nebraska, USA More at IMDbPro Contact Info: View agent, publicist, legal on IMDbPro Known For "Football was good to me in the aspect that I played 12 years," said Schlesinger, 41. He has put that plan to use, teaching in the Allen Park system for 12 years. Do you have a sports website? 193 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. In a small HS gym he would take a basketball, hold it out about chest high and bounce it HARD off the floor. Im 46 and I have memory loss from time to time. 5.6 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. [2] Since 2008, he has been a computer-aided design and drafting teacher at Allen Park High School in Allen Park, Michigan. June 6, 2014 / 1:45 PM . A Fearless Lead Blocker, He Was Not Afraid To Ring Bells, Or Get His Bell Rung. 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. [2], In 2000, Schlesinger played in all 16 games for the fifth time in six NFL seasons and second year as the Lions' starting fullback. 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. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. He has put that plan to use, teaching in the Allen Park system for 12 years. He was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the sixth round of the 1995 NFL Draft. i would think any former player of the lions would want to forget. All rights reserved. He is an actor, known for Sidewalk Singer (2013), The NFL on CBS (1956) and NFL Monday Night Football (1970). No portion of this site may be reproduced without the express written permission of the Detroit Lions. The League willfully held back evidence that showed a direct correlation between head injuries in football and long term mental health issues. Cory wouldnt change anything. 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 tellem Cory. PFR HOF Monitor: 3.80 (706th among RB, average HOF RB is 106.95). All Schlesinger wanted was a chance, and he got that. Good luck with your health Mr. Schlesinger. He was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the sixth round of the 1995 NFL Draft. 41vs.Texas Tech In a phone interview Tuesday, Schlesinger reminisced about how he played the game and how much differently hits to the headwere handled than they are now. 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. Schlesinger was the Omaha World-Herald's high school athlete of the year after earning all-state honors in football and winning back-to-back state wrestling championships in his junior and senior years. He was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the sixth round of the 1995 NFL Draft. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. One of the nicest men I ever met. He carried six times for 48 yards, including the game-tying and game-winning touchdowns in a 24-17 win over the Hurricanes. Even after gaining national recognition during the NCAA tournament as "Crazy Beard Guy," Cory Schlesinger shifted the limelight to his athletes and their efforts. Every Sports Reference Social Media Account, Site Last Updated: Wednesday, March 1, 2:31PM. 5.2 * Selected to Pro Bowl, + First-Team AP All-Pro, Bold indicates league leader, Transaction, fine, and suspension data since 2002. He played 181 games for the Lions before retiring after the 2006 season. 9vs. Utah Register now! "You think, 'Oh, this is a huge hit.' I still would have probably done it the exact same way.". I have to remember things a lot more; I have to think about things more. Mike O'Hara takes a look at how teams have fared with the No. Long Sometimes it's just the glances that really do some damage.". Sure, hes no Megatron when it comes to fame, but dude played all-out, all the time. If a QB has a bad day, the WRs have bad days. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. I thought-What a lucky bunch of students. 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.". Find out more. Watch our How-To Videos to Become a Stathead, Subscribe to Stathead and get access to more data than you can imagine. Schlesinger's Career Statistics Y/A "On three plays it was me and Spielman. "I have to remember kids" names (as an industrial arts instructor). 706 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. See our list of forfeits and vacated games for more details. Just keep swimming. "You laughed about it. The guy was a hard nosed football player and an underrated fullback his whole career. Football was good to me in the aspect that I played 12 years, Schlesinger said. He was a 2004 Pro Bowl alternate to starter Fred Beasley. Or write about sports? 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. The NFL is bearing the brunt of the concussion issue. "I don't know," Schlesinger said. All logos are the trademark & property of their owners and not Sports Reference LLC. Nebraska We present them here for purely educational purposes. 1992 "We had a live goal line drill one day," he said. 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. For his efforts during the season, he was voted the Chuck Hughes Most Improved Player by teammates and was also voted onto Howie Long's Tough Guy team. You just played on. 34/17 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. I guess the education really wasn't there yet.". The mistake these guys made are aplentyyou didnt HAVE to buy those 31 carsyou didnt HAVE to own 4 properties at once. 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 6-48, 2 TD. 456 Cory Michael Schlesinger (born June 23, 1972) [1] is a former American football fullback of the National Football League. Schlesinger said he isn't bitter about this. Schlesinger compiled a 64-3 record on the wrestling mat those years. Tim Twentyman and Mike O'Hara share their observations from the Detroit Lions' Week 17 victory over the Chicago Bears. 20.8 Copyright 2000-2023 Sports Reference LLC. He Truly Had The Talent To Do All Those Tasks And Then Some. Sad to hear hes having long term effects. That was just something you just dealt with and you thought was part of the game. I still would have probably done it the exact same way.. Att. He played college football at Nebraska. 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 . Played with the Lions doing the basketball rounds. The pro is that you play a shorter season than most sports with a pay scale thats still in a good range, though on average is less than the lengthier sports. Cory Schlesinger was born in Columbus, NE. You end up broke. Schlesinger, who turns 48 in mid-June, always had a plan for life after football. He also caught four passes for 42 yards. Every Sports Reference Social Media Account, Site Last Updated: Wednesday, March 1, 8:19PM. Cory Schlesinger is in his third season as the Sports Performance Coach for the men's basketball team. Most former players, he said, would respond similarly. 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. The Raiders, Packers, Panthers and Lions were among the teams that showed interest, Schlesinger said. Join Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, Cory Schlesinger for the Animal Series Workout, brought you to by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona. Great attitude towards the subject, unlike some of these former players. Cory Schlesinger (40) Fullback - Honors & Awards 13-Year NFL Career (Detroit, 1995-2006; Miami, 2007) Sixth-Round NFL Draft Pick (Detroit Lions, 1995) . " There are some residual [effects] ," Schlesinger told Alex Marvez and Zig Fracassi on SiriusXM NFL Radio. But Schlesinger said he expects the NFL to "take care of my family" should he get "dementia or Alzheimer's and it's because of me playing the sport. His career high for rushing yards was 154 in 2001. It was a good job for that time. 1 Cory Schlesinger Overview. Big blocks, receptions, and runs of fullback Cory Schlesinger's 12 year career. He also played . 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