About Mike Purdy
Lived 1892 – 1950 (aged 57). Mike Purdy was an American american football player.
Clair Joseph "Mike" Purdy Jr. (January 24, 1892 – January 10, 1950) was an American football player and coach. He played in the National Football League with the Rochester Jeffersons, New York Brickley Giants, Syracuse Pros and the Milwaukee Badgers. Brickley's New York Giants are not related to the modern-day New York Giants. He also played in the Ohio League in 1919 for the Akron Pros and even recommended that Fritz Pollard join the team that season.
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Who was Mike Purdy?
American football player and coach (1892-1950)
When was Mike Purdy born?
Mike Purdy was born on 24 January 1892 in Auburn.
When did Mike Purdy die?
Mike Purdy died on 10 January 1950.
What was Mike Purdy's occupation?
Mike Purdy was an american football player.
What nationality was Mike Purdy?
Mike Purdy was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Mike Purdy. https://biography.guide/mike-purdy/
MLA: "Mike Purdy." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/mike-purdy/.
Chicago: "Mike Purdy." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/mike-purdy/.
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