Joe Alexander
American football player and coach
About Joe Alexander
Lived 1898 – 1975 (aged 77). Joe Alexander was an American american football player and american football coach.
Joseph A. "Doc" Alexander (April 1, 1897 – September 12, 1975) was an American football player, who played center, tackle, guard, and end, and coach in the National Football League (NFL).
Alexander was born in Silver Creek, New York, the son of Russian immigrants, and was Jewish. He attended Syracuse University, and played for the school football team—twice being named All American at guard—as he attained a medical degree.
Head coaching record College
NFL Team Year Regular season PostseasonWon LostTiesWin %FinishWonLostWin %ResultROC1922041T–15th in NFL – – – –ROC total 041 – – – NYG19268416th in NFL – – – –NYG total 841 – – – Total 882
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Who was Joe Alexander?
American football player and coach (1898-1975)
When was Joe Alexander born?
Joe Alexander was born on 1 April 1898 in New York.
When did Joe Alexander die?
Joe Alexander died on 12 September 1975 in New York City.
What was Joe Alexander's occupation?
Joe Alexander was an american football player and american football coach.
What nationality was Joe Alexander?
Joe Alexander was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Joe Alexander. https://biography.guide/joe-alexander/
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