About Fred Meyer
Lived 1919 – 1996 (aged 76). Fred Meyer was an American american football player and military personnel.
Frederic D. Meyer (September 29, 1919 – July 10, 1996) was an American professional football end who played in the National Football League (NFL) for the Philadelphia Eagles in 1942 and 1945. After playing college football for Stanford, he was drafted by the Eagles in the 12th round (103rd overall) of the 1942 NFL draft.
During the 1942 season, he ranked among the NFL's leaders with 324 receiving yards (sixth) and 32.4 receiving yards per game (fifth).
Meyer's career was interrupted in 1943 by World War II, during which he served in the United States Navy. He rejoined the Eagles in 1945, seeing action in 8 games as a reserve.
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Who was Fred Meyer?
American football player (1919-1996)
When was Fred Meyer born?
Fred Meyer was born on 29 September 1919 in Mount Sterling.
When did Fred Meyer die?
Fred Meyer died on 10 July 1996.
What was Fred Meyer's occupation?
Fred Meyer was an american football player and military personnel.
What nationality was Fred Meyer?
Fred Meyer was American.
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· DBpedia: Fred Meyer (American football)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Fred Meyer. https://biography.guide/fred-meyer-american-football-player/
MLA: "Fred Meyer." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/fred-meyer-american-football-player/.
Chicago: "Fred Meyer." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/fred-meyer-american-football-player/.
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