About Neil Ferris
Lived 1927 – 1996 (aged 68). Neil Ferris was an American american football player.
Neil George Ferris (October 31, 1927 – January 30, 1996) was an American football defensive back and halfback in the National Football League.
A graduate of Loyola Marymount University, Ferris was inducted into their Hall of Fame in 1991. Ferris played for three NFL teams, the Washington Redskins in 1951–1952, the Philadelphia Eagles in 1952, and also the Los Angeles Rams, in 1953.
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Who was Neil Ferris?
American football player (1927-1996)
When was Neil Ferris born?
Neil Ferris was born on 31 October 1927 in Bell.
When did Neil Ferris die?
Neil Ferris died on 30 January 1996.
What was Neil Ferris's occupation?
Neil Ferris was an american football player.
What nationality was Neil Ferris?
Neil Ferris was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Neil Ferris. https://biography.guide/neil-ferris/
MLA: "Neil Ferris." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/neil-ferris/.
Chicago: "Neil Ferris." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/neil-ferris/.
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