John Eibner (American football)
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Position: | Tackle |
Personal information | |
Born: | Elyria, Ohio | March 13, 1914
Died: | November 23, 1973 Alachua County, Florida | (aged 59)
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 |
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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[]
- ^ "John Eibner". Pro Football Archives. Retrieved December 19, 2021.
- ^ "John Eibner". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Sports Reference LLC. Retrieved December 19, 2021.
- ^ Tom McEwen (November 25, 1973). "The Game Had One Listener Less". The Tampa Tribune. p. 7D – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Gators' John Eibner Dies; Funeral Today". The Knoxville News-Sentinel. November 27, 1973. p. 11 – via Newspapers.com.
Categories:
- 1914 births
- 1973 deaths
- Philadelphia Eagles players
- Kentucky Wildcats football players
- American football tackles
- Players of American football from Ohio
- People from Elyria, Ohio