About Glenn Frey
Lived 1912 – 1980 (aged 67). Glenn Frey was an American american football player.
Glenn Joseph Frey (March 6, 1912 – January 5, 1980) was an American football quarterback and running back in the National Football League. He played college football for the Temple Owls and coach Pop Warner and then played professional football with the Philadelphia Eagles.
Early life and education He graduated from Tunkhannock Area High School in Tunkhannock, Pennsylvania in 1931.
Frey attended Temple University in Philadelphia, where he played football for the Temple Owls and played for Temple in the first Sugar Bowl at Tulane Stadium in New Orleans on January 1, 1935 against the Tulane Green Wave, in front of 22,206 fans. They lost the game, 20-14.
Professional football Frey played for the Philadelphia Eagles in the team's 1936 and 1937 seasons.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Glenn Frey?
American football player (1912-1980)
When was Glenn Frey born?
Glenn Frey was born on 6 March 1912 in Tunkhannock.
When did Glenn Frey die?
Glenn Frey died on 5 January 1980 in New Port Richey.
What was Glenn Frey's occupation?
Glenn Frey was an american football player.
What nationality was Glenn Frey?
Glenn Frey was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Glenn Frey (American football)
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