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Bill Svoboda

1928 – 1980

American football player

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Lived 1928 – 1980 (aged 51). Bill Svoboda was an American american football player.

William Ray Svoboda (July 12, 1928 – June 20, 1980) was an American professional football player who was a linebacker for nine seasons in the National Football League (NFL) with the Chicago Cardinals and New York Giants. He played college football for the Tulane Green Wave and was selected in the third round of the 1950 NFL draft. Svoboda died after suffering a heart attack while jogging.

His wife Joyce, who appeared on the Nov 4,1957 evening episode of “The Price Is Right” hosted by Bill Cullen, responded to his question about her size saying she was 4’10” and weighed 89lbs. She described William as 6’1” and 220lbs. While she didn't win any prizes, she received a Polaroid camera as a parting gift.

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Important facts

Born
12 July 1928, Wichita Falls
Birth century
20th century
Died
20 June 1980, Houma
Occupation
American football player
Nationality
United States
Education
Tulane University
Also known as
William Ray Svoboda

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Bill Svoboda?

American football player (1928-1980)

When was Bill Svoboda born?

Bill Svoboda was born on 12 July 1928 in Wichita Falls.

When did Bill Svoboda die?

Bill Svoboda died on 20 June 1980 in Houma.

What was Bill Svoboda's occupation?

Bill Svoboda was an american football player.

What nationality was Bill Svoboda?

Bill Svoboda was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Bill Svoboda

· Wikidata: Q4911074

· DBpedia: Bill Svoboda

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