About Olie Cordill
Lived 1916 – 1988 (aged 72). Olie Cordill was an American military officer and american football player.
Olie James Cordill (April 28, 1916 – November 14, 1988) was an American professional football halfback in the National Football League (NFL). A first round selection (fifth overall pick) in the 1940 NFL draft out of Rice University, Cordill played for the Cleveland Rams in that year. His son Ollie Cordill also played in the NFL.
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Who was Olie Cordill?
American football player (1916-1988)
When was Olie Cordill born?
Olie Cordill was born on 28 April 1916 in Big Spring.
When did Olie Cordill die?
Olie Cordill died on 14 November 1988.
What was Olie Cordill's occupation?
Olie Cordill was a military officer and american football player.
What nationality was Olie Cordill?
Olie Cordill was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Olie Cordill. https://biography.guide/olie-cordill/
MLA: "Olie Cordill." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/olie-cordill/.
Chicago: "Olie Cordill." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/olie-cordill/.
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