About John Embree
Born 1944. John Embree is an American american football player.
Professional football Embree began his professional football career with the Wheeling Ironmen of the Continental Football League. He played for Wheeling during the 1966 and 1967 seasons and continued with the club when it became the Ohio Valley Ironmen in 1968.
He continued his playing career with the Edmonton Eskimos in 1971. He appeared in two games before being released in October 1971.
Embree returned to the NFL with the Broncos in 1972, and with the Kansas City Chiefs in 1973. However, he did not appear in any games for either team.
Family and later years Embree's son Jon Embree also played in the NFL. His grandson Taylor Embree coached in the NFL.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is John Embree?
American football wide receiver
When was John Embree born?
John Embree was born on 13 July 1944 in St. Louis.
What is John Embree's occupation?
John Embree is an american football player.
What nationality is John Embree?
John Embree is American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Embree (gridiron football)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Embree. https://biography.guide/john-embree/
MLA: "John Embree." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-embree/.
Chicago: "John Embree." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/john-embree/.
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