About Don Ettinger
Lived 1921 – 1992 (aged 70). Don Ettinger was an American american football player and canadian football player.
Donald Nesbit Ettinger (November 20, 1921 – February 13, 1992) was an American professional football player. He was born in Independence, Missouri. Nicknamed "Red Dog", Ettinger played college football for the University of Kansas and later the National Football League (NFL)'s New York Giants. He finished his career in Canadian football, where he was a four-time All-Star and won the 40th Grey Cup.
Ettinger is credited for inventing the blitz. As of the 2025 NFL season, he is the only player from William Chrisman High School to play in the NFL.
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Who was Don Ettinger?
American football player (1921-1992)
When was Don Ettinger born?
Don Ettinger was born on 20 November 1921 in Independence.
When did Don Ettinger die?
Don Ettinger died on 13 February 1992 in Cookeville.
What was Don Ettinger's occupation?
Don Ettinger was an american football player and canadian football player.
What nationality was Don Ettinger?
Don Ettinger was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Don Ettinger. https://biography.guide/don-ettinger/
MLA: "Don Ettinger." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/don-ettinger/.
Chicago: "Don Ettinger." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/don-ettinger/.
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