About Steve Nemeth
Lived 1922 – 1998 (aged 75). Steve Nemeth was an American american football player and canadian football player.
Steve Joseph Nemeth (December 10, 1922 – March 27, 1998) was an American football quarterback who played two seasons in the All-America Football Conference (AAFC) with the Chicago Rockets and Baltimore Colts. He played college football at the University of Notre Dame. He was also a member of the Cleveland Rams, Montreal Alouettes and Detroit Lions.
Early life Nemeth played high school football at James Whitcomb Riley High School in South Bend, Indiana. He earned All-State honors in 1940 and 1941. He was inducted into the Indiana Football Hall of Fame on August 15, 1987.
College career Nemeth played for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish from 1943 to 1944. He played in thirteen games, starting one, for the Chicago Rockets of the AAFC during the 1946 season. He spent the 1949 off-season with the NFL's Detroit Lions and was released by the team on August 4, 1949.
Coaching career Nemeth joined the Notre Dame Fighting Irish as an assistant coach after his professional football career.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Steve Nemeth?
American football player (1922-1998)
When was Steve Nemeth born?
Steve Nemeth was born on 10 December 1922 in South Bend.
When did Steve Nemeth die?
Steve Nemeth died on 27 March 1998 in South Bend.
What was Steve Nemeth's occupation?
Steve Nemeth was an american football player and canadian football player.
What nationality was Steve Nemeth?
Steve Nemeth was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Steve Nemeth (gridiron football)
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