About John Eibner
Lived 1914 – 1973 (aged 59). John Eibner was an American american football player.
John Robert Eibner (March 13, 1914 – November 23, 1973) was an American professional football tackle.
Eibner was born in 1914 in Elyria, Ohio. He attended Jeannette High School in Jeannette, Pennsylvania.
He attended the University of Kentucky where he played for the 1938, 1939, and 1940 Kentucky Wildcats football teams.
He then played professional football in the National Football League (NFL) for the Philadelphia Eagles (NFL) in 1941, 1942, and 1946. He appeared in 30 NFL games, 16 as a starter.
His NFL career was interrupted by military service during World War II. He later worked for many years for the University of Florida, including roles as an assistant football coach and fundraiser. He died in 1973 at age 59.
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Who was John Eibner?
American football player
When was John Eibner born?
John Eibner was born on 13 March 1914.
When did John Eibner die?
John Eibner died on 23 November 1973.
What was John Eibner's occupation?
John Eibner was an american football player.
What nationality was John Eibner?
John Eibner was American.
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· DBpedia: John Eibner (American football)
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