About Gordon Wilson
Lived 1915 – 1997 (aged 81). Gordon Wilson was an American american football player.
Gordon K. Wilson (November 23, 1915 – June 8, 1997) was an American professional football player in the National Football League (NFL) and the third American Football League (AFL). He was selected by the Cleveland Rams in the 1941 NFL draft and played that season with the Rams and the Columbus Bullies of the AFL. In 1942 and 1943, Wilson played with the Chicago Cardinals, before leaving the team to split the 1944 season between the Brooklyn Tigers and Boston Yanks. He returned to Chicago in 1945 for his final season.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Gordon Wilson?
American football player (1915-1997)
When was Gordon Wilson born?
Gordon Wilson was born on 23 November 1915 in Fort Towson.
When did Gordon Wilson die?
Gordon Wilson died on 8 June 1997.
What was Gordon Wilson's occupation?
Gordon Wilson was an american football player.
What nationality was Gordon Wilson?
Gordon Wilson was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Gordon Wilson. https://biography.guide/gordon-wilson-american-football-player/
MLA: "Gordon Wilson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/gordon-wilson-american-football-player/.
Chicago: "Gordon Wilson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/gordon-wilson-american-football-player/.
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