About Bill O'Brien
Lived 1924 – 2005 (aged 80). Bill O'Brien was an American american football player.
William George O'Brien (August 25, 1924 – May 8, 2005) was an American football player.
Born in Detroit, O'Brien attended University of Detroit Jesuit High School. He played professional football in the National Football League as a halfback for the Detroit Lions. He appeared in nine games for the Lions during the 1947 season.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bill O'Brien?
American football player
When was Bill O'Brien born?
Bill O'Brien was born on 25 August 1924 in Detroit.
When did Bill O'Brien die?
Bill O'Brien died on 8 May 2005.
What was Bill O'Brien's occupation?
Bill O'Brien was an american football player.
What nationality was Bill O'Brien?
Bill O'Brien was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bill O'Brien (American football, born 1924)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bill O'Brien. https://biography.guide/bill-o-brien-american-football-player/
MLA: "Bill O'Brien." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bill-o-brien-american-football-player/.
Chicago: "Bill O'Brien." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bill-o-brien-american-football-player/.
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