About Bill Rooney
Lived 1896 – 1988 (aged 91). Bill Rooney was an American american football player.
Bill Rooney was one of three Rooney brothers starting for the NFL's Kelley-Duluth team in 1924.
William Rooney (July 16, 1896 – March 17, 1966) was a professional American football player who played running back for six seasons for the Duluth Kelleys/Eskimos, New York Giants, Brooklyn Lions, and Chicago Cardinals.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bill Rooney?
American football player (1896–1988)
When was Bill Rooney born?
Bill Rooney was born on 16 July 1896 in Ottawa.
When did Bill Rooney die?
Bill Rooney died on 13 June 1988 in New York City.
What was Bill Rooney's occupation?
Bill Rooney was an american football player.
What nationality was Bill Rooney?
Bill Rooney was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bill Rooney. https://biography.guide/bill-rooney/
MLA: "Bill Rooney." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bill-rooney/.
Chicago: "Bill Rooney." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bill-rooney/.
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