About Dick McCabe
Lived 1933 – 1983 (aged 49). Dick McCabe was an American american football player.
Richard Paul McCabe (March 12, 1933 – January 4, 1983) was an American football safety who played college football at the University of Pittsburgh. McCabe played in the National Football League (NFL) for the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Washington Redskins. He also played in the American Football League (AFL) for the Buffalo Bills, making the Sporting News' AFL All-League team in 1960. He finished his playing career with the Bills in 1961, but he returned to the team in 1966 as defensive backfield coach. He was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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Who was Dick McCabe?
American football player (1933-1983)
When was Dick McCabe born?
Dick McCabe was born on 12 March 1933 in Pittsburgh.
When did Dick McCabe die?
Dick McCabe died on 4 January 1983 in Denver.
What was Dick McCabe's occupation?
Dick McCabe was an american football player.
What nationality was Dick McCabe?
Dick McCabe was American.
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