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"Skladany, Joe"
Relive the dominant college career of Joe Skladany, the Pitt end whose legendary defense struck fear into opponents.
SKLADANY JOE: The Unmovable Object: Joe Skladany's Collegiate Reign
Joe also played for his hometown NFL franchise in 1934 the second year of the Pittsburgh Pirates, a team that a decade later would become the Steelers.
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- DOB: May 25
- EVENTDAY: May 25
- FOOTBALL NAME: Joe Skladany, Skladany Joe
- FOOTBALL POSITION: End
- FOOTBALL TEAM: Pitt Panthers, Pittsburgh Pirates, Pittsburgh Steelers
- NCAAF JERSEY: Number 30
- SPORTS: College Football Hall of Fame
- HASHTAGS: #May25 #JoeSkladany #SkladanyJoe #End #PittPanthers #PittsburghPirates #PittsburghSteelers #Number30 #CollegeFootballHallofFame
"The Unmovable Object: Joe Skladany's Collegiate Reign"
Born on May 25, 1911, in Larksville, Pennsylvania, Joseph "Joe" Skladany became a legendary defensive end for the University of Pittsburgh from 1931 to 1933. Known as "Mugsy," Skladany was a force to be reckoned with, his fierce tackling and impenetrable presence instilling dread in opposing runners. Scouts reportedly warned players to "Stay away from Skladany!" His senior year (1933) was particularly dominant, holding opponents to a net negative six rushing yards around his side. During his three varsity seasons, Pitt amassed an impressive 24-3-2 record, and he is credited as a key figure in building Pitt's winning tradition under Coach Jock Sutherland.