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Lloyd Reese

1920 – 1981

Player of American and Canadian football

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About Lloyd Reese

Lived 1920 – 1981 (aged 61). Lloyd Reese was an American american football player.

Lloyd "Bronco" Reese (July 17, 1920 – October 28, 1981) was an American gridiron football player. He was all-star and Grey Cup champion in Canadian pro football and a National Football League (NFL) champion. Reese played primarily as fullback, but also starred on the offensive line.

A graduate of University of Tennessee, Reese played on the 1943 Patterson Field All-Stars football team. He joined the Chicago Bears for their 1946 championship season, playing three games and rushing 18 times for 84 yards.

In 1948, Reese joined the Montreal Alouettes, where his frame made him the biggest fullback in Canadian pro football. Playing a full 12-game season he was selected as an All-Star at guard. In 1949, he played another full sked, helping the Larks to their first ever Grey Cup championship.

Reese died on October 28, 1981, in Dover, Ohio.

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Important facts

Born
17 July 1920, New Philadelphia
Birth century
20th century
Died
28 October 1981, Dover
Occupation
American football player
Nationality
United States
Education
University of Tennessee

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Lloyd Reese?

Player of American and Canadian football (1920-1981)

When was Lloyd Reese born?

Lloyd Reese was born on 17 July 1920 in New Philadelphia.

When did Lloyd Reese die?

Lloyd Reese died on 28 October 1981 in Dover.

What was Lloyd Reese's occupation?

Lloyd Reese was an american football player.

What nationality was Lloyd Reese?

Lloyd Reese was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Lloyd Reese

· Wikidata: Q6662705

· DBpedia: Lloyd Reese

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