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Red Kirkman

1905 – 1973

American football player

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Lived 1905 – 1973 (aged 68). Red Kirkman was an American american football player.

Roger Randolph "Red" Kirkman (October 17, 1905 – November 30, 1973) was an American professional football player for the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League.

Kirkman attended Central High School in Akron, Ohio. He was the starting quarterback for the undefeated 1927 Washington & Jefferson Presidents football team, sharing a backfield with Bill Amos, Bob Heisel, and Cleve Cook. He also played forward for the Washington & Jefferson Presidents men's basketball team and was team captain during the 1927–28 season.

After graduating from W&J, Kirkman spent two years as the athletic director at Scottdale High School in Scottdale, Pennsylvania. In 1930, he became the freshman football coach and head men's basketball coach at John Carroll University.

From 1933 to 1935, Kirkman was a reserve back for the Philadelphia Eagles. He started sixteen games over those three seasons and completed 30 of 97 passes for 393 yards, 4 touchdowns, and 15 interceptions. He also rushed for 55 yards and caught 12 passes for 198 and two touchdowns. He also played for the Reading Keys in 1935.

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Case Western Reserve University, Washington & Jefferson College

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Red Kirkman?

American football player (1905-1973)

When was Red Kirkman born?

Red Kirkman was born on 17 October 1905 in Marshall County.

When did Red Kirkman die?

Red Kirkman died on 30 November 1973 in Columbus, Ohio.

What was Red Kirkman's occupation?

Red Kirkman was an american football player.

What nationality was Red Kirkman?

Red Kirkman was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Red Kirkman

· Wikidata: Q7304427

· DBpedia: Red Kirkman

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