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Walt Szot

1920 – 1981

American football player from the United States

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About Walt Szot

Lived 1920 – 1981 (aged 61). Walt Szot was an American american football player.

Walter Stanley Szot (March 30, 1920 – November 3, 1981) was an American professional football tackle who played five seasons in the National Football League (NFL) with the Chicago Cardinals and Pittsburgh Steelers. He was drafted by the Chicago Cardinals in the 18th round of the 1944 NFL draft. He played prep football at East Rutherford High School in his hometown of East Rutherford, New Jersey and graduated from St. Benedict's Preparatory School, before playing college football for the Bucknell Bison.

College career Szot was a three-year starter for the Bucknell Bison. He was co-captain of the 1943 Bison team. He earned first-team all-state honors in 1943 while also garnering All-East and All-America recognition. Szot also earned second-team All-Pennsylvania honors in 1942. He was on the boxing team for one year and was president of the "B" Club his senior year. He was inducted into the Bucknell Hall of Fame in 1993.

Szot played in 23 games, starting two, for the Pittsburgh Steelers from 1949 to 1950. In 1951, Szot, a Marine reservist, was recalled to active duty during the Korean War.

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Saint Benedict's Preparatory School, East Rutherford High School
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Walter Stanley Szot

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Walt Szot?

American football player from the United States (1920-1981)

When was Walt Szot born?

Walt Szot was born on 30 March 1920 in Clifton.

When did Walt Szot die?

Walt Szot died on 3 November 1981 in Passaic.

What was Walt Szot's occupation?

Walt Szot was an american football player.

What nationality was Walt Szot?

Walt Szot was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Walt Szot

· Wikidata: Q1793174

· DBpedia: Walt Szot

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