About John Thurman
Lived 1900 – 1976 (aged 76). John Thurman was an American american football player.
John Cochran Thurman (February 9, 1900 – March 5, 1976) was an American professional football player who was a tackle for the Los Angeles Buccaneers during their only season in the National Football League (NFL), in 1926. He grew up in Pasadena, California, before attending the University of Pennsylvania. Playing college football for the Penn Quakers, Thurman received All-American honors in 1922.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Thurman?
American football player (1900-1976)
When was John Thurman born?
John Thurman was born on 9 February 1900.
When did John Thurman die?
John Thurman died on 5 March 1976 in Pasadena.
What was John Thurman's occupation?
John Thurman was an american football player.
What nationality was John Thurman?
John Thurman was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Thurman (American football)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Thurman. https://biography.guide/john-thurman-american-football-player/
MLA: "John Thurman." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-thurman-american-football-player/.
Chicago: "John Thurman." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/john-thurman-american-football-player/.
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