About Ernie Calloway
Lived 1948 – 2023 (aged 74–75). Ernie Calloway was an American american football player.
Professional career Calloway was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the second round, with the 28th overall pick, of the 1969 NFL/AFL draft. He played in all 14 games, starting eight, for the Eagles during his rookie year in 1969 and posted three sacks. He appeared in 14 games for the second straight year, starting 13, in 1970, recording 1.5 sacks and one fumble recovery. Calloway spent the entire 1973 season on injured reserve and was released in 1974.
Calloway signed with the Florida Blazers of the World Football League (WFL) on July 14, 1974. He was also a Bible scholar and a chess player. He died on November 29, 2023.
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Who was Ernie Calloway?
American football player
When was Ernie Calloway born?
Ernie Calloway was born in 1948 in Orlando.
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Ernie Calloway died on 29 November 2023.
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Ernie Calloway was an american football player.
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Ernie Calloway was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ernie Calloway. https://biography.guide/ernie-calloway/
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