About Bill Cronin
Lived 1943 – 1991 (aged 47). Bill Cronin was an American american football player.
William F. Cronin, Jr. (November 20, 1943 – November 5, 1991) was an American football tight end who played one season with the Miami Dolphins of the American Football League (AFL). He was drafted by the Oakland Raiders in the fifteenth round of the 1965 AFL draft. He played college football at Boston College. Cronin was also a member of the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League (NFL).
College career Cronin played college football for the Boston College Eagles and was a team captain.
Professional career Cronin was selected by the Oakland Raiders of the AFL with the 115th pick in the 1965 AFL draft.
Cronin had three children from his first marriage and a fourth, Micheal P. Cronin, from his second marriage.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bill Cronin?
American-football player (1943-1991)
When was Bill Cronin born?
Bill Cronin was born on 20 November 1943 in Lawrence.
When did Bill Cronin die?
Bill Cronin died on 5 November 1991 in Haddon Township.
What was Bill Cronin's occupation?
Bill Cronin was an american football player.
What nationality was Bill Cronin?
Bill Cronin was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bill Cronin (tight end)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bill Cronin. https://biography.guide/bill-cronin-american-football-player-1943/
MLA: "Bill Cronin." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bill-cronin-american-football-player-1943/.
Chicago: "Bill Cronin." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bill-cronin-american-football-player-1943/.
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