Joe Schmidt — Paper Lion Character Profile

About Joe Schmidt

The Detroit Lions head coach who decides to let George play quarterback for one series during a preseason game against the St. Louis Cardinals.

Character Facts

Played by

Joe Schmidt

Appears in

Paper Lion (1968)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (2)

• Joe Schmidt — Professional Subordinate — Alex Karras (Alex Karras)

  Karras follows Schmidt's leadership as a veteran player.

• Joe Schmidt — Professional Coach — George Plimpton (Alan Alda)

  Schmidt serves as the team's head coach and grants George playing time.

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