John O'Leary (born July 10, 1954) is a former Grey Cup champion running back who played three seasons for the Montreal Alouettes of the Canadian Football League (CFL), winning a Grey Cup Championship.

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John O'Leary
Born: (1954-07-10) July 10, 1954 (age 70)
Port Washington, New York, U.S.
Career information
Position(s)Running back
Height6 ft 1 in (185 cm)
Weight210 lb (95 kg)
CollegeNebraska
NFL draft1976, round: 12, pick: 330
Drafted byChicago Bears
Career history
As player
1977–1979Montreal Alouettes (CFL)
Career highlights and awards
AwardsGrey Cup: 1977
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Coming from football powerhouse the University of Nebraska, O'Leary had three successful seasons with the Alouettes, rushing for 2,023 yards and catching another 1,217 yards, and scoring 17 touchdowns.


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