About George Schmidt
Lived 1927 – 1995 (aged 67). George Schmidt was an American american football player.
George Schmidt (October 28, 1927 – August 29, 1995) was an American football defensive end in the National Football League. He played professionally for the Green Bay Packers and the Chicago Cardinals.
Early life and career Schmidt was born in Chicago and attended Theodore Roosevelt High School. He played college football at Lewis University and Illinois Tech.
He first played in the NFL with the Green Bay Packers during the 1952 NFL season, joining the Packers as a free agent. The following season, he played with the Chicago Cardinals.
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Who was George Schmidt?
American football player (1927-1995)
When was George Schmidt born?
George Schmidt was born on 28 October 1927 in Chicago.
When did George Schmidt die?
George Schmidt died on 29 August 1995 in Schaumburg.
What was George Schmidt's occupation?
George Schmidt was an american football player.
What nationality was George Schmidt?
George Schmidt was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George Schmidt. https://biography.guide/george-schmidt/
MLA: "George Schmidt." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/george-schmidt/.
Chicago: "George Schmidt." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/george-schmidt/.
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