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Jim Fraser

1936 – 2020

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Lived 1936 – 2020 (aged 83). Jim Fraser was an American american football player, american football coach and soldier.

James Gallagher Fraser (May 29, 1936 – April 18, 2020) was an American professional football player who was a linebacker and punter in the American Football League (AFL) and National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Wisconsin Badgers and was selected in the 21st round (250th overall) of the 1959 NFL draft by the Cleveland Browns. He played three seasons for the Denver Broncos and one season with the Kansas City Chiefs, the Boston Patriots and the New Orleans Saints of the National Football League (NFL).

Fraser led the AFL in average yards per punt with the Broncos from 1962–1964.

Coaching career Following his retirement, Fraser became a coach, serving at Cornell, Illinois, Trinity Valley School, and Episcopal High School in Alexandria, Virginia. He spent 70 summers at Camp Tecumseh on Lake Winnipesaukee in New Hampshire as a camper, counselor, and coach.

Death Fraser died from the coronavirus on April 18, 2020.

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Important facts

Born
29 May 1936, Philadelphia
Birth century
20th century
Died
18 April 2020
Occupation
American football player, American football coach, soldier
Nationality
United States
Education
University of Wisconsin–Madison, Germantown Academy
Employers
Cornell University, University of Illinois System, Trinity Valley Community College, Episcopal High School
Also known as
James Gallagher Fraser, James Fraser

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Jim Fraser?

American football player (1936-2020)

When was Jim Fraser born?

Jim Fraser was born on 29 May 1936 in Philadelphia.

When did Jim Fraser die?

Jim Fraser died on 18 April 2020.

What was Jim Fraser's occupation?

Jim Fraser was an american football player, american football coach and soldier.

What nationality was Jim Fraser?

Jim Fraser was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jim Fraser

· Wikidata: Q14950917

· DBpedia: Jim Fraser (American football)

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