About Bob Gonya
Lived 1910 – 1999 (aged 88–89). Bob Gonya was an American american football player.
Robert James Gonya (June 15, 1910 – January 15, 1999) was an American football offensive tackle who played in the National Football League (NFL). He played for two seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles from 1933–1934. He played college football at Northwestern.
Professional career
Philadelphia Eagles In 1934, Gonya caught a four-yard touchdown pass from Dan Barnhardt against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Gonya was the only offensive lineman in Philadelphia Eagles history to catch a touchdown pass until 74 years later when Todd Herremans caught a one-yard touchdown pass from Donovan McNabb in 2008 against the Seattle Seahawks. Herremans caught another touchdown pass in 2010.
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Who was Bob Gonya?
American football player (1910-1999)
When was Bob Gonya born?
Bob Gonya was born on 15 June 1910 in Chicago.
When did Bob Gonya die?
Bob Gonya died in 1999.
What was Bob Gonya's occupation?
Bob Gonya was an american football player.
What nationality was Bob Gonya?
Bob Gonya was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bob Gonya. https://biography.guide/bob-gonya/
MLA: "Bob Gonya." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bob-gonya/.
Chicago: "Bob Gonya." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bob-gonya/.
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