Ron Berger was an American college and professional football player. A defensive end, he played college football at Wayne State University

Wayne State University

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, and played professionally in the American Football League

American Football League

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 and National Football League

National Football League

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 for the Boston/New England Patriots

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Career

Berger began his career with a semi-pro team in Pontiac, Michigan

Pontiac, Michigan

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, in 1965 with the St. Petersburg Blazers of the North American Football League. The next year, the 6-foot-8 Berger played for the Orange County (Calif.) Ramblers of the Continental Football League

Continental Football League

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 before signing with the NFL's Los Angeles Rams. He joined the Patriots as a free agent in 1969 as the biggest lineman to ever suit up for the team.

Burger played in 41 games for the Boston/New England Patriots. His final season was with the Miami Dolphins in 1973.