A prolific pass-catcher, Sauer needed just six seasons with the New York Jets to become one of the most productive receivers in franchise history.
Sauer was a four-time AFL All-Star for the Jets, helping the team to their historic victory over the Baltimore Colts in Super Bowl III. He was selected in the fifth round of the “red shirt” portion of the 1965 AFL draft, after playing his collegiate football at the University of Texas.
After a fairly quiet rookie season, Sauer exploded in his second year, catching 63 passes for 1,079 yards and five touchdowns, showing off his big-play ability by averaging more than 17 yards per reception.