About Monk Gafford
Lived 1920 – 1987 (aged 66). Monk Gafford was an American american football player.
Roy Haynes "Monk" Gafford, Jr. (October 1, 1920 – February 19, 1987) was an American football player. He played college football for the Auburn Tigers football team and gained 1,004 yards rushing in 1942 with an average of 7.6 yards per carry. He was selected by the Steagles in the third round with the 17th pick in the 1943 NFL draft. He was the president of a steel plant in Tulsa, Oklahoma, for 28 years. He returned to Alabama in his retirement and died of cancer in 1987 at age 66.
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Who was Monk Gafford?
American football player (1920-1987)
When was Monk Gafford born?
Monk Gafford was born on 1 October 1920 in Fort Deposit.
When did Monk Gafford die?
Monk Gafford died on 19 February 1987 in Montgomery.
What was Monk Gafford's occupation?
Monk Gafford was an american football player.
What nationality was Monk Gafford?
Monk Gafford was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Monk Gafford. https://biography.guide/monk-gafford/
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