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Brendan McCarthy

1945 – 1997

American football player

American football player
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About Brendan McCarthy

Lived 1945 – 1997 (aged 52). Brendan McCarthy was an American american football player.

Brendan Barrett McCarthy (August 6, 1945 – August 26, 1997) was an American professional football running back in the National Football League (NFL) and American Football League (AFL). He was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in the fourth round of the 1968 Common Draft. In August of that year he was traded to the Detroit Lions for undisclosed future draft pick. McCarthy then moved on to the Atlanta Falcons, where he played in 7 games before being released by coach Norm Van Brocklin. McCarthy played 9 games over two seasons with the Denver Broncos before eventually moving on to real estate.

McCarthy died on August 26, 1997, after a heart attack at his vacation home on Deep Creek Lake.

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Important facts

Born
6 August 1945, Boston
Birth century
20th century
Died
26 August 1997, Garrett County
Occupation
American football player
Nationality
United States
Education
Boston College, DeMatha Catholic High School

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Brendan McCarthy?

American football player (1945-1997)

When was Brendan McCarthy born?

Brendan McCarthy was born on 6 August 1945 in Boston.

When did Brendan McCarthy die?

Brendan McCarthy died on 26 August 1997 in Garrett County.

What was Brendan McCarthy's occupation?

Brendan McCarthy was an american football player.

What nationality was Brendan McCarthy?

Brendan McCarthy was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Brendan McCarthy

· Wikidata: Q4960986

· DBpedia: Brendan McCarthy (American football)

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