About Larry Strickland
Lived 1931 – 1979 (aged 47). Larry Strickland was an American american football player.
Larry Strickland (September 3, 1931 – August 29, 1979) was an American professional football player who was a center for six seasons with the Chicago Bears of the National Football League (NFL) between 1954 and 1959. He was a one-time Pro Bowler and one-time first-team All-Pro.
Strickland was born in Tyler, Texas. He played college football for the North Texas Mean Green and was selected by the Bears in the 13th round (150th overall) of the 1953 NFL draft. He was married to Betty Strickland and had no children.
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Who was Larry Strickland?
American football player (1931-1979)
When was Larry Strickland born?
Larry Strickland was born on 3 September 1931 in Tyler.
When did Larry Strickland die?
Larry Strickland died on 29 August 1979.
What was Larry Strickland's occupation?
Larry Strickland was an american football player.
What nationality was Larry Strickland?
Larry Strickland was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Larry Strickland. https://biography.guide/larry-strickland/
MLA: "Larry Strickland." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/larry-strickland/.
Chicago: "Larry Strickland." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/larry-strickland/.
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