About John Mendenhall
Lived 1948 – 2021 (aged 72). John Mendenhall was an American american football player.
John Rufus Mendenhall (December 3, 1948 – February 26, 2021) was an American professional football defensive tackle in the National Football League (NFL) for the New York Giants and Detroit Lions. He played college football at Grambling State University and was selected in the third round of the 1972 NFL draft.
Mendenhall played in 116 games over the course of 9 seasons between 1972 and 1980. He had his best year as a pro in 1977, when he recorded 12 sacks and 7 forced fumbles.
He died on February 26, 2021, at age 72 in Cullen, Louisiana.
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Who was John Mendenhall?
American football defensive tackle
When was John Mendenhall born?
John Mendenhall was born on 3 December 1948 in Cullen.
When did John Mendenhall die?
John Mendenhall died on 26 February 2021.
What was John Mendenhall's occupation?
John Mendenhall was an american football player.
What nationality was John Mendenhall?
John Mendenhall was American.
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· DBpedia: John Mendenhall (American football)
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