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Roger Gill

1940 – 1990

American football wide receiver

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Lived 1940 – 1990 (aged 49). Roger Gill was an American american football player.

Roger Ewing Gill (October 14, 1940 – January 14, 1999) was an American professional football player who was a wide receiver and tight end in the American Football League (AFL) and the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Texas Tech Red Raiders.

Professional career Gill was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the 12th round of the 1963 NFL draft and by the San Diego Chargers in the 22nd round of the 1963 AFL draft. In 1965, he caught one pass for 27 yards in 13 games played before suffering a season ending groin injury in December. After being released by the Eagles, Gill played minor league football for the San Antonio Toros in the Continental Football League and the Texas Football League. He was inducted into the Minor League Football Hall of Fame in 1986.

Post-playing career Gill remained active in football in San Antionio after retiring as a player. He was the general manager of the San Antonio Gunslingers of the United States Football League.

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Who was Roger Gill?

American football wide receiver

When was Roger Gill born?

Roger Gill was born on 14 October 1940.

When did Roger Gill die?

Roger Gill died on 14 January 1990.

What was Roger Gill's occupation?

Roger Gill was an american football player.

What nationality was Roger Gill?

Roger Gill was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Roger Gill

· Wikidata: Q106828998

· DBpedia: Roger Gill (American football)

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