About Joe Parker
Lived 1923 – 1998 (aged 75). Joe Parker was an American american football player.
Joseph Jackson Parker (July 11, 1923 – December 27, 1998) was an American professional football end who played for two seasons in the National Football League (NFL) for the Chicago Cardinals from 1946 to 1947.
University of Texas Parker was inducted into the University of Texas Hall of Honor in 1975. He led Texas to the SWC championship in 1942. He was co-captain of the team in 1943, when they won the SWC championship again. In 1943, he was All-American and All-SWC.
Professional career Parker was drafted in the fifth round of the 1944 NFL draft by the Philadelphia Eagles. He played with the Chicago Cardinals for two seasons from 1946 to 1947. He was on the 1947 Chicago Cardinals NFL championship team.
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Who was Joe Parker?
American football player and official (1923-1998)
When was Joe Parker born?
Joe Parker was born on 11 July 1923 in Wichita Falls.
When did Joe Parker die?
Joe Parker died on 27 December 1998.
What was Joe Parker's occupation?
Joe Parker was an american football player.
What nationality was Joe Parker?
Joe Parker was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Joe Parker (American football)
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