This lot is closed. Bidding ended on 7/8/2004.
Larry Csonka gained numerous honors playing for the Stow Bulldogs before going on to star as an All-American fullback at Syracuse University. In 1968, Csonka was the Dolphins' first-round draft pick. Csonka and power running became synonymous in the NFL. He charged so tenaciously through defenses that his name became a household word and his nickname, "Zonk," became a new American verb. From 1971-1973, he led the Dolphins to three Super Bowl appearances, earning All-Pro and Pro Bowl honors along the way. His career rushing record for the Dolphins of 6,736 yards still stands. On the left front tail of the jersey is the "Russell Athletic" label with the size "XL." On the back of the shirt is a white mesh nameplate with the name "Csonka" in teal tackle twill. The player number "39" appears on the front, back and each sleeve of the jersey in teal on orange ironed-on numbers. There is an inscription on the back of the shirt which rates an 8. The autograph comes with a letter from PSA/DNA. The jersey shows good game use and appears to have no alterations of any kind.