About Monte Merkel
Lived 1916 – 1981 (aged 64). Monte Merkel was an American american football player.
Monte John Merkel (November 6, 1916 – July 22, 1981) was an American professional football guard who played one season with the Chicago Bears of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at the University of Kansas.
Early life and college Monte John Merkel was born on November 6, 1916, in Keystone, Iowa. He attended St. John's Military Academy in Delafield, Wisconsin. During the 1942 season, he played for the Bears' farm team, the Wichita Aero Commandos. Merkel played in, and started, one game for the Bears in 1943. On September 29, 1943, he received orders to report to the United States Navy for training. After his stint in the Navy ended, Merkel signed with the Bears again on March 29, 1946. However, he did not end up playing in any games for the Bears that season.
Personal life Merkel died on July 22, 1981, in Missoula, Montana.
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Who was Monte Merkel?
American football player
When was Monte Merkel born?
Monte Merkel was born on 6 November 1916 in Keystone.
When did Monte Merkel die?
Monte Merkel died on 22 July 1981 in Missoula.
What was Monte Merkel's occupation?
Monte Merkel was an american football player.
What nationality was Monte Merkel?
Monte Merkel was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Monte Merkel. https://biography.guide/monte-merkel/
MLA: "Monte Merkel." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/monte-merkel/.
Chicago: "Monte Merkel." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/monte-merkel/.
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