About Howie Ruetz
Lived 1927 – 1999 (aged 71). Howie Ruetz was an American american football player.
Howard Peter Ruetz (August 18, 1927 – July 2, 1999) was a professional American football defensive tackle in the National Football League (NFL).
Born and raised in Racine, WI, he was the son of George "Babe" Ruetz, coach of the Racine Legion. He attended Racine St. Catherine's High School, graduating in 1947. He played at the collegiate level at Loras College, graduating in 1951, and the Green Bay Packers (1951–1953). He is a member of the Loras College 1947 Hall of Fame football team and the Racine County Sports Hall of Fame (2017).
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Who was Howie Ruetz?
American football player (1927-1999)
When was Howie Ruetz born?
Howie Ruetz was born on 18 August 1927 in Racine.
When did Howie Ruetz die?
Howie Ruetz died on 2 June 1999.
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Howie Ruetz was an american football player.
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Howie Ruetz was American.
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