After graduating from San Luis Obispo High School,[3] Sverchek became a three-year starter for Cal Poly. He recorded eight sacks and 47 tackles in 1981,[4] prior to adding 38 tackles along with four sacks in 1982, and then 3.5 more sacks in 1983.
Professional career
Sverchek was selected in the eighth round by Minnesota in 1984.[5]