About Bill Hoffman
Lived 1902 – 1994 (aged 92). Bill Hoffman was an American american football player.
Jacob William Hoffman (August 6, 1901 – June 6, 1994) was an American professional football guard who played three seasons with the Frankford Yellow Jackets of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Lehigh University. He was also a member of the Pottsville Maroons.
Early life Jacob William Hoffman was born on August 6, 1901, in Raubsville, Pennsylvania.
College career Hoffman played college football for the Lehigh Mountain Hawks of Lehigh University. New York writers named him to the All-Lehigh team in 1924.
Professional career Hoffman signed with the Frankford Yellow Jackets of the NFL in 1924. He played in one game for the Yellow Jackets during the 1924 season.
Hoffman was a member of the NFL's Pottsville Maroons during the 1927 season.
Personal life Hoffman died on June 6, 1994, in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bill Hoffman?
American football player (1902-1994)
When was Bill Hoffman born?
Bill Hoffman was born on 31 March 1902 in Pennsylvania.
When did Bill Hoffman die?
Bill Hoffman died on 6 June 1994 in Allentown.
What was Bill Hoffman's occupation?
Bill Hoffman was an american football player.
What nationality was Bill Hoffman?
Bill Hoffman was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bill Hoffman (American football)
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