About Sam Busich
Lived 1913 – 1991 (aged 77). Sam Busich was an American american football player and basketball player.
Samuel Busich (November 17, 1913 – February 1, 1991) was an American professional football end in the National Football League (NFL) for the Boston Redskins, Cleveland Rams, and Detroit Lions. He also played professional basketball for the Columbus Athletic Supply in the National Basketball League (NBL) for one game in 1937–1938. Busich played both sports collegiately at Ohio State University.
Some sources say this athlete's name was Peter Paul Basich, though no newspaper or third party historical records have yet been found to verify that. Most sources point to his name being Samuel Busich.
Career statistics
NBL Source
Regular season Year Team GP FGM FTM PTS PPG 1937–38 Columbus 1 1 1 3 3.0
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Sam Busich?
American football player (1913-1991)
When was Sam Busich born?
Sam Busich was born on 17 November 1913 in Lorain.
When did Sam Busich die?
Sam Busich died on 1 February 1991 in Warren.
What was Sam Busich's occupation?
Sam Busich was an american football player and basketball player.
What nationality was Sam Busich?
Sam Busich was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Sam Busich. https://biography.guide/sam-busich/
MLA: "Sam Busich." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/sam-busich/.
Chicago: "Sam Busich." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/sam-busich/.
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