Larry Csonka — SPARQNOW

At-a-Glance

Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame (1987) and College Football Hall of Fame (1989).
Super Bowl VIII MVP (1973) and a key player in the Miami Dolphins' 1972 undefeated season.
President of Csonka Promotions, Inc. since 1985.
Executive Producer and Host of ZONK! Productions, Inc. since 1997, which produced the "North to Alaska" series.
Served as General Manager for the Jacksonville Bulls USFL Professional Football (1983-1986).
A five-time Pro Bowler and three-time first-team All-Pro during his NFL career.
Host of the original popular competition series, American Gladiators.

Biography

Larry Csonka is an American former professional football player, primarily known for his career as a fullback with the Miami Dolphins. Nicknamed "Zonk," he was a key player in the Dolphins' 17–0 perfect season in 1972 and contributed to their Super Bowl championships in 1972 and 1973, earning Super Bowl VIII MVP honors in 1973. A five-time Pro Bowler and three-time first-team All-Pro, Csonka remains the Miami Dolphins' all-time leading rusher with 6,737 yards and 53 touchdowns.