About Tony Teresa
Lived 1933 – 1984 (aged 50). Tony Teresa was an American american football player and canadian football player.
Anthony Michael Teresa (December 8, 1933 – October 16, 1984) was an American football halfback. He played college football for San Jose State , then played professionally in the Canadian Football League (CFL), National Football League (NFL), and American Football League (AFL).
Following his college career at San Jose State, Teresa played quarterback in the CFL for the BC Lions in 1956 and 1957. He completed 35.8% of his 67 passes for 371 yards. In 1958, Teresa played one game for the NFL's San Francisco 49ers. He later played one season for the AFL's Oakland Raiders. He was the first player to score a touchdown for the Raiders franchise. In the Raiders' inaugural season, Teresa led the team in rushing touchdowns and receiving touchdowns, and threw one touchdown pass.
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Who was Tony Teresa?
American football player (1933-1984)
When was Tony Teresa born?
Tony Teresa was born on 8 December 1933 in Pittsburg.
When did Tony Teresa die?
Tony Teresa died on 16 October 1984.
What was Tony Teresa's occupation?
Tony Teresa was an american football player and canadian football player.
What nationality was Tony Teresa?
Tony Teresa was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Tony Teresa. https://biography.guide/tony-teresa/
MLA: "Tony Teresa." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/tony-teresa/.
Chicago: "Tony Teresa." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/tony-teresa/.
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