[1] His family later moved to the United States, briefly living in New York before settling in Chicago.
[2] He participated in football, basketball, and track at St. Philip High School in Chicago.
[2] Vasys was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the 16th round, with the 234th overall pick, of the 1966 NFL draft.
[4][3] Vasys appeared in nine games in 1967, recording 0.5 sacks and one kick return for no yards.
[4] Vasys came out of retirement and played for the Chicago Owls of the Continental Football League during the 1969 season, recording one interception.