About Don Testerman
Lived 1952 – 2018 (aged 65). Don Testerman was an American american football player.
Donald Ray Testerman (November 7, 1952 – May 8, 2018) was an American professional football player who played in the National Football League (NFL) from 1976 to 1980 for the Seattle Seahawks and the Miami Dolphins.
Professional career Prior to the NFL, Testerman was on Clemson's football team.
Testerman was selected 282nd overall by the Miami Dolphins in the tenth round of the 1976 NFL draft. In August 1976, the Dolphins traded Testerman to the Philadelphia Eagles for a future draft pick. Testerman made his NFL starter debut against the Dallas Cowboys on October 3, 1976.
Testerman sat out the 1979 season due to an injury. He joined the Miami Dolphins for the 1980 season.
After retiring from the NFL, Testerman was involved in various coaching and non-profit capacities. He periodically substituted for Albemarle High School in Charlottesville, Virginia.
In 2018, Testerman died from the effects of dementia at the age of 65.
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Who was Don Testerman?
American football player (1952–2018)
When was Don Testerman born?
Don Testerman was born on 7 November 1952 in Danville.
When did Don Testerman die?
Don Testerman died on 8 May 2018 in Greer.
What was Don Testerman's occupation?
Don Testerman was an american football player.
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Don Testerman was American.
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