About Jim Flower
Lived 1895 – 1956 (aged 60). Jim Flower was an American american football player.
James Tod Flower Jr. (October 17, 1895 – May 6, 1956) was a professional football player with the Columbus Panhandles and the Akron Pros of the American Professional Football Association (renamed the National Football League in 1922). He also served as a player-coach for the Pros in 1924, guiding the team to a 2–6 record.
Before he joined the NFL, Jim played college football and basketball at Ohio State. In 1919, Flower recovered a blocked Michigan punt in the end zone for a touchdown in a 13-3 Buckeyes win.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jim Flower?
Player of American Football (1895-1956)
When was Jim Flower born?
Jim Flower was born on 17 October 1895 in Akron.
When did Jim Flower die?
Jim Flower died on 6 May 1956 in Fremont.
What was Jim Flower's occupation?
Jim Flower was an american football player.
What nationality was Jim Flower?
Jim Flower was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jim Flower (American football)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jim Flower. https://biography.guide/jim-flower-american-football-player/
MLA: "Jim Flower." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jim-flower-american-football-player/.
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