Chon Gallegos

Chon Fernando Gallegos (September 28, 1939 – January 17, 2023) was an American football quarterback. He played college football for the San Jose State Spartans, leading the country in passing touchdowns and completion percentage in 1961. He played professionally with the Oakland Raiders of the American Football League (AFL).

Early life and college Chon Fernando Gallegos was born on September 28, 1939, in Gallup, New Mexico.

Gallegos first played college football at San Jose City College. He won the Pop Warner Trophy in 1961 and was also named second-team All-PCC.

Professional career Gallegos signed with the Oakland Raiders of the American Football League (AFL) in 1962 after going undrafted. He played in six games for the Raiders during the 1962 season, completing 18 of 35 passes (51.4%) for 298 yards, two touchdowns, and three interceptions.

Gallegos played for the San Jose Apaches of the Continental Football League in 1967, competing 54 of 96 passes (56.3%) for 698 yards, five touchdowns, and three interceptions. He coached Santa Teresa High School from 1974 to 1992 and compiled a 113–77–3 record.

Gallegos died in San Jose, California on January 17, 2023, at the age of 83.