About Jim Ladd
Lived 1932 – 1996 (aged 64). Jim Ladd was an American basketball player and american football player.
James W. Ladd (July 29, 1932 – November 13, 1996) was an American professional football end who played for the Chicago Cardinals (now known as the Arizona Cardinals). He had multiple stints with the team but only played in 1954. He went to college at Bowling Green. He was drafted in the 20th round (234th overall) by the Chicago Bears in 1954. In his NFL career, he played in 11 games, and had 22 catches for 254 yards.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jim Ladd?
American football player
When was Jim Ladd born?
Jim Ladd was born on 29 July 1932 in Put-in-Bay.
When did Jim Ladd die?
Jim Ladd died on 13 November 1996.
What was Jim Ladd's occupation?
Jim Ladd was a basketball player and american football player.
What nationality was Jim Ladd?
Jim Ladd was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jim Ladd (American football)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jim Ladd. https://biography.guide/jim-ladd-basketball-player/
MLA: "Jim Ladd." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jim-ladd-basketball-player/.
Chicago: "Jim Ladd." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jim-ladd-basketball-player/.
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