Strong Safety
No. 24
Penn State
"Crist came to the Giants as a free agent in 1972 and falls into the category of NFL players who never played college football. He was a three-year basketball letterman at Penn State and was recommended for a tryout by Johnny Bach, the Penn State coach. Not only did Chuck make the club his rookie year, but he proved to be one of the best special team players and also came up with an interception in a reserve role.
For the past two seasons, he has been a frequent starter at strong safety, leading the club in interceptions last season with three for 20 yards returned. Chuck's three-year totals show six interceptions for 40 yards returned and five fumble recoveries. He can also double as a punt return man if called upon, and remains a sure and deadly tackler on special teams.
Chuck won three letters at Penn State in basketball and was captain in his senior year, winning acclaim for his rebounding and defensive abilities. He earned a degree in physical education there with an eye towards an eventual career in coaching.
Crist was born in Salamanca, New York and played all sports at Salamanca Central High School after also participating in Little League. He's an avid golfer."
-1975 New York Giants Media Guide
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