About Bo Farrington
Lived 1936 – 1964 (aged 28). Bo Farrington was an American american football player.
John R. "Bo" Farrington (January 18, 1936 – July 27, 1964) was an American professional football player for the Chicago Bears of the National Football League (NFL). He attended Prairie View A&M University. Farrington made history with Bill Wade when (in Wade's first start as quarterback) he received a 98-yard touchdown pass on October 8, 1961.
Farrington was killed in an automobile accident on July 27, 1964, in Rensselaer, Indiana, at the age of 28, along with teammate Willie Galimore.
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Who was Bo Farrington?
American football player
When was Bo Farrington born?
Bo Farrington was born on 6 February 1936 in DeWalt.
When did Bo Farrington die?
Bo Farrington died on 27 July 1964 in Rensselaer.
What was Bo Farrington's occupation?
Bo Farrington was an american football player.
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Bo Farrington was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bo Farrington. https://biography.guide/bo-farrington/
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