He played college football for the Nebraska Cornhuskers, where he lettered and was named to the all-conference team.

He was noted for his speed and aggressiveness on the playing field during his college years.

[3] In 1930, he signed on with the Green Bay Packers under head coach Curly Lambeau.

[4] The Packers finished the season with a record of 10–3–1, earning them their second consecutive championship.

After his football career, Zuver moved to Portland, Oregon, and worked as an electrical contractor.