Don Gaffney
American football player, quarterback, politician
About Don Gaffney
Born 1954. Don Gaffney is an American american football player, lawyer and politician.
Donald G. Gaffney (born February 1, 1954) is an American former college football player and politician. Gaffney was the first African-American to play quarterback for the Florida Gators football team of the University of Florida, and was later elected to the Florida House of Representatives, until he resigned following his conviction for extortion.
Biography Gaffney was born on February 1, 1954, in Jacksonville, Florida. His brothers Warren and Johnny also played football for the Florida Gators. He has also worked in the office supply business.
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American football player, quarterback, politician
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Don Gaffney was born on 1 February 1954 in Jacksonville, Florida.
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Don Gaffney is an american football player, lawyer and politician.
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Don Gaffney is American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Don Gaffney. https://biography.guide/don-gaffney/
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