EVENT TIMES

From Erie to the Hall of Fame: ​ Life, Legacy of Fred Biletnikoff

May 21st,2025 | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Professor/Instructor/Speaker: Fred Biletnikoff

Born in Erie, Pennsylvania, in 1943, Frederick "Fred" Biletnikoff, is a former football player and coach. He played as a wide receiver for the Oakland Raiders in the American Football League (AFL) and National Football League (NFL) for 14 seasons and later was an assistant coach with the team. He retired as an NFL player after the 1978 season, and then played one additional season in the Canadian Football League (CFL) for the Montreal Alouettes in 1980. Biletnikoff was one of the most sure-handed and consistent receivers of his day, with a propensity for making spectacular catches. He was also known for running smooth, precise pass routes. He is a member of both the Pro Football Hall of Fame (1988) and College Football Hall of Fame (1991).

 

Special Global Summit Event 

*Online registration will close at 11:55 p.m. the day before the event. Tickets can be purchased the day of the event by calling or visiting the JES office by 1:00 p.m.

 

Location: Jefferson Educational Society - 3207 State St, Erie, PA 16508

Date/Time: Wednesday, May 21, 7:00pm to 8:30pm

Admission: 

  • General Admission (Early Bird Pricing) $25.00
  • Preferred Seating  (Early Bird Pricing) $50.00

 

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Fred Biletnikoff

Born in Erie, Pennsylvania, in 1943, Frederick “Fred” Biletnikoff, is a former football player and coach. He played as a wide receiver for the Oakland Raiders in the American Football League (AFL) and National Football League (NFL) for 14 seasons and later was an assistant coach with the team. He retired as an NFL player after the 1978 season, and then played one additional season in the Canadian Football League (CFL) for the Montreal Alouettes in 1980. Biletnikoff was one of the most sure-handed and consistent receivers of his day, with a propensity for making spectacular catches. He was also known for running smooth, precise pass routes. He is a member of both the Pro Football Hall of Fame (1988) and College Football Hall of Fame (1991).