Drew Mahalic

Drew Alan Mahalic (born May 22, 1953) is an American former professional football player who was a linebacker for four seasons in the National Football League (NFL) with the San Diego Chargers and Philadelphia Eagles. He was selected by the Denver Broncos in the third round of the 1975 NFL draft after playing college football for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish.

Early life and college Drew Alan Mahalic was born on May 22, 1953, in Albany, New York.

Mahalic was a member of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish of the University of Notre Dame from 1971 to 1974.

Professional career Mahalic was selected by the Denver Broncos in the third round, with the 69th overall pick, of the 1975 NFL draft. On September 17, 1975, he was waived by the Broncos before the start of the 1975 season and claimed by the San Diego Chargers the same day. He played in 13 games, starting one, for the Chargers in 1975, recording one interception and one fumble recovery. He appeared in 13 games for the Eagles during the 1976 season, recovering three fumbles. He was cut on August 21, 1979, after suffering a knee injury.

Personal life Mahalic later received his J.D. degree from Harvard Law School.