John Eibner (American football)

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John Eibner
No. 76, 77
Position:Tackle
Personal information
Born:(1914-03-13)March 13, 1914
Elyria, Ohio
Died:November 23, 1973(1973-11-23) (aged 59)
Alachua County, Florida
Height:6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
Weight:228 lb (103 kg)
Career information
High school:Jeannette (PA)
College:Kentucky
NFL Draft:1941 / Round: 15 / Pick: 133
Career history

John Robert Eibner (March 13, 1914 – November 23, 1973) was an American football tackle. He played college football for Kentucky from 1938 to 1940.[1] He then played professional football in the National Football League (NFL) for the Philadelphia Eagles (NFL) in 1941, 1942, and 1946. He appeared in 30 NFL games, 16 as a starter.[2] His NFL career was interrupted by military service during World War II. He later worked for many years for the University of Florida, including roles as an assistant football coach and fundraiser. He died in 1973 at age 59.[3][4]

References[]

  1. ^ "John Eibner". Pro Football Archives. Retrieved December 19, 2021.
  2. ^ "John Eibner". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Sports Reference LLC. Retrieved December 19, 2021.
  3. ^ Tom McEwen (November 25, 1973). "The Game Had One Listener Less". The Tampa Tribune. p. 7D – via Newspapers.com.
  4. ^ "Gators' John Eibner Dies; Funeral Today". The Knoxville News-Sentinel. November 27, 1973. p. 11 – via Newspapers.com.
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