About Joe Sulaitis
Lived 1921 – 1980 (aged 58). Joe Sulaitis was an American american football player.
Joseph Sulaitis (June 20, 1921, in Hoboken, New Jersey – February 8, 1980, in Point Pleasant, New Jersey) was an American football running back for the New York Giants of the NFL from 1943 to 1953.
Sulaitis played high school football at William L. Dickinson High School in Jersey City, New Jersey. He signed with the Giants in 1943 despite having no college or pro football experience.
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Who was Joe Sulaitis?
American football player (1921-1980)
When was Joe Sulaitis born?
Joe Sulaitis was born on 20 June 1921 in Hoboken.
When did Joe Sulaitis die?
Joe Sulaitis died on 8 February 1980 in Point Pleasant.
What was Joe Sulaitis's occupation?
Joe Sulaitis was an american football player.
What nationality was Joe Sulaitis?
Joe Sulaitis was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Joe Sulaitis. https://biography.guide/joe-sulaitis/
MLA: "Joe Sulaitis." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/joe-sulaitis/.
Chicago: "Joe Sulaitis." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/joe-sulaitis/.
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