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BARRY KRAUSS
Barry Krauss retired from the National Football League after 13 years and is regarded as one of the toughest linebackers to ever play the game.
Barry Krauss was a staple of the Indianapolis Colts defensive unit for 10 years, before ending his career with the Dolphins in Miami following the 1991 season. The Colts #1 draft pick in 1979, Barry racked up more than 1,000 career tackles.
Barry Krauss was known for his hard-nosed, aggressive, never-say-die style of play that made him one of the most popular Colts in history. He was honored as the Most Valuable Defensive Player as a member of the Colts, as well as by his Dolphins' teammates.
A native of Pompano Beach, Florida, Barry Krauss had the privilege of playing under the leadership of two of football's most-winning coaches in history, the legendary Paul "Bear" Bryant at the University of Alabama and Don Shula of the Miami Dolphins at the professional level.
An All-America honoree at Alabama, Barry Krauss is still a folk hero in the eyes of Crimson Tide fans for leading the famed "goal line stand" on a fourth-and-one play by Penn State which led to Alabama's victory in the 1979 Sugar Bowl, resulting in a national title for Barry and his teammates.
Barry Krauss was voted Most Valuable Player of that 1979 Sugar Bowl game, an honor also bestowed upon him at the 1976 Liberty Bowl. Other collegiate honors include being named the Southeastern Conference Defensive Player of the Year, the SEC's Team of the Decade for the '70s, and picked as a member of Alabama's All-Centennial squad.
A serious knee injury in 1986 almost ended Barry's career. Following reconstructive surgery and nearly a year of grueling rehabilitation, Barry regained his starting role in 1987 and amassed 104 tackles in just 12 games. Following the season, Barry Krauss was awarded the National Football League's prestigious Ed Block Courage Award for his amazing comeback.
Following his retirement from professional sports, Barry Krauss has been involved in broadcasting and business. He is currently a successful businessman and a much sought-after speaker for corporations, trade associations, conventions and charitable organizations. His topics of expertise include motivation, team building, leadership, high performance, goal setting and sales training.
Barry Krauss has been very active in charitable causes over the years. His favorite charities include The United Way, Riley Hospital for Children and the Children's Wish Fund.
Barry's family includes wife Darcy and children Ashley, Charlsie, Savannah and Karsten.
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