JACK PESEK 3.5" x 5.5" Black White photo card with a blank back Created by Boyd Pierce who was a professional wrestling ring announcer and color commentator for over 30 years. Known for his bold, colorful suits and his southern accent, he worked over the years for such wrestling territories as World Class Wrestling Association and Mid-South. Known as a gimmick salesman, he worked merchandise tables with various gimmicks such as clothing, pens and these cards. First released around 1968, but did not take off in popularity until the early 1970s. Unknown how many exist. Jack Pesek (September 22, 1923 - February 7, 1990) played football for Nebraska in 1946 and 1947, averaged 41.5 yards for 62 kicks. The Huskers, under coach Bernie Masterson, were a combined 5-12 in those seasons. Pesek signed with the Los Angeles Rams after the ?47 season. In addition to playing football, Pesek was involved in professional wrestling as a competitor and promoter. Pesek was the son of the late John Pesek, a member of the Lincoln Journal Nebraska Sports Hall of Fame, who went 18 years without losing a wrestling match in the 1920s and ?30s. The card is complete and in EXCELLENT condition with some overall light wear.