About Jimmy Simpson
Lived 1897 – 1979 (aged 81). Jimmy Simpson was an American american football player.
James Rothery Simpson (July 29, 1899 – September 29, 1962) was a blocking back in the National Football League (NFL). Simpson first played with the Toledo Maroons during the 1922 NFL season. The following season, he was a member of the St. Louis All-Stars, but did not see any playing time during a regular-season game. He played with the Kenosha Maroons during his final season after the Toledo Maroons made the move from Toledo, Ohio to Kenosha, Wisconsin.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jimmy Simpson?
American football player (1897-1979)
When was Jimmy Simpson born?
Jimmy Simpson was born on 6 October 1897 in Ohio.
When did Jimmy Simpson die?
Jimmy Simpson died on 7 August 1979.
What was Jimmy Simpson's occupation?
Jimmy Simpson was an american football player.
What nationality was Jimmy Simpson?
Jimmy Simpson was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jimmy Simpson (American football)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jimmy Simpson. https://biography.guide/jimmy-simpson-american-football-player/
MLA: "Jimmy Simpson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jimmy-simpson-american-football-player/.
Chicago: "Jimmy Simpson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jimmy-simpson-american-football-player/.
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