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142
Games
1
Receptions
9
Rec Yards
Joel Hilgenberg is a former center out of Iowa, selected by the New Orleans Saints with the 97th overall pick (round 4) in the 1984 NFL Draft. He played 142 regular-season games from 1984 to 1993. He was named to 1 Pro Bowl.
Draft Details
Joel Hilgenberg Career Stats
- 1× Pro Bowl selection.
- Primary starter for 7 seasons.
Career Totals
| Games | Rec | Rec Yds |
|---|---|---|
| 142 | 1 | 9 |
Career span: 1984–1993.
Source: nflverse · Updated Sep 28, 2026
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| 1 | 1 |  NE |
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| 1 | 2 |  HOU |
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| 1 | 3 |  NYG |
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OT |  Oregon |
| 1 | 4 |  PHI |
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| 1 | 5 |  KC |
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G |  Baylor |
| 1 | 5 | KC |
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NT |  Pittsburgh |
| 1 | 6 |  LAC |
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