About Ray Evans
Lived 1924 – 2008 (aged 84). Ray Evans was an American american football player.
Raymond Leroy "Sugar" Evans (January 10, 1924 – April 25, 2008) was an American football lineman who played at the guard and tackle positions.
A native of Electra, Texas, he attended Odessa Hills High School and played college football for the Texas Mines Miners.
Evans initially signed to play professional football with the Cleveland Browns but was waived by the Browns at the end of August 1949. He was then sold to the San Francisco 49ers in early September 1949. He played for the 49ers during the 1949 and 1950 seasons, appearing in 22 NFL games.
Evans died in 2008 at Salem, Oregon.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Ray Evans?
American football player (1924-2008)
When was Ray Evans born?
Ray Evans was born on 10 January 1924 in Electra.
When did Ray Evans die?
Ray Evans died on 25 April 2008 in Salem, Oregon.
What was Ray Evans's occupation?
Ray Evans was an american football player.
What nationality was Ray Evans?
Ray Evans was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Ray Evans (offensive lineman)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ray Evans. https://biography.guide/ray-evans-american-football-player-1924/
MLA: "Ray Evans." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/ray-evans-american-football-player-1924/.
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