Playing Career
Born in New Castle, Pennsylvania, McPeak was a star defensive end for the University of Pittsburgh. He was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers where he played from 1949 to 1957. It was during the final two years of his playing career that he would also become an assistant coach for the team.
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