Matt Kofler
Matthew Joseph Kofler (August 30, 1959 – December 19, 2008) was an American football player. He was a quarterback in the National Football League from 1982 to 1985, playing for the Buffalo Bills and the Indianapolis Colts. He was appointed head coach at San Diego Mesa College in 2006.[1]
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| Position: | Quarterback | ||||||
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| Born: | August 30, 1959 Longview, Washington | ||||||
| Died: | December 19, 2008 (aged 49) El Cajon, California | ||||||
| Height: | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) | ||||||
| Weight: | 192 lb (87 kg) | ||||||
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| High school: | San Diego (CA) Patrick Henry | ||||||
| College: | San Diego State | ||||||
| NFL Draft: | 1982 / Round: 2 / Pick: 48 | ||||||
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Early years
Kofler played high school football for Patrick Henry High.
Kofler was first team All-American quarterback for Mesa College. He led all community colleges in the nation in total offense and was named California Player of the Year. In 1980, he transferred to San Diego State on a football scholarship to continue his career.
Professional career
The Buffalo Bills selected Kofler in the second round of the 1982 NFL Draft. Kofler also played one final season with the Indianapolis Colts.