About Cookie Tackwell
Lived 1906 – 1953 (aged 47). Cookie Tackwell was an American american football player.
Cleon Orel "Cookie" Tackwell (January 14, 1907 – September 19, 1953) was an American professional football player. He played professionally as an end and tackle for five seasons in the National Football League (NFL) with the Minneapolis Red Jackets, Frankford Yellow Jackets, Chicago Bears, Cincinnati Reds, and St. Louis Gunners.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Cookie Tackwell?
American football player (1906-1953)
When was Cookie Tackwell born?
Cookie Tackwell was born on 27 March 1906 in Phillips County.
When did Cookie Tackwell die?
Cookie Tackwell died on 19 September 1953 in Clay County.
What was Cookie Tackwell's occupation?
Cookie Tackwell was an american football player.
What nationality was Cookie Tackwell?
Cookie Tackwell was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Cookie Tackwell. https://biography.guide/cookie-tackwell/
MLA: "Cookie Tackwell." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/cookie-tackwell/.
Chicago: "Cookie Tackwell." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/cookie-tackwell/.
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