Jeff Van Note

Jeffrey Aloysius Van Note (born February 7, 1946) played college football at the University of Kentucky as a running back and defensive end before the Atlanta Falcons selected him in the 11th round (269th overall) of the 1969 NFL draft. Originally drafted as a linebacker, Van Note was converted to center by head coach Norm Van Brocklin. Despite his modest draft status and no prior experience at the position, he established himself as one of the finest centers in the league, earning six Pro Bowl selections during his 18-year tenure with the Falcons — one of the 25 longest in NFL history.