James Michael Mandich , also known as "Mad Dog" Mandich, was an American college and professional football player who was a tight end in the National Football League for nine seasons during the 1970s. Mandich played college football for the University of Michigan, and was recognized as an All-American. A second-round pick in the 1970 NFL Draft, he played professionally for the Miami Dolphins and Pittsburgh Steelers of the NFL. After his playing career ended, he worked as the color commentator for the Miami Dolphins, and also hosted a sports talk show on local AM radio in Miami. Mandich was... born in Cleveland, Ohio. He graduated from Solon High School in Solon, Ohio. While at Solon High, Mandich set the records for the shot put and discus throw. He attended the University of Michigan, where he played for coach Bump Elliott and coach Bo Schembechler's Michigan Wolverines football teams from 1967 to 1969. As a senior in 1969, Mandich was recognized as consensus first-team All-American at tight end.
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| Birthdate: | July 30, 1948 |
| Birthplace: | Cleveland, Ohio |
| Date of death: | April 26, 2011 |
| Height: | 6' 4" |
| Weight: | 222 lbs. |
| All Positions Played: | Tight end |
| Education: | University of Michigan |
| Also known as: | "Mad Dog" Mandich |