Bud Magrum
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PositionDefensive end
BornJune 2, 1949
Ohio, U.S.
Ohio, U.S.
DiedNovember 3, 1991 (aged 42)
Reno, Nevada, U.S.
Reno, Nevada, U.S.
Height6 ft 4 in (1.93 m)
| Profile | |
|---|---|
| Position | Defensive end |
| Personal information | |
| Born | June 2, 1949 Ohio, U.S. |
| Died | November 3, 1991 (aged 42) Reno, Nevada, U.S. |
| Height | 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) |
| Weight | 250 lb (113 kg) |
| Career history | |
| 1973–1974 | BC Lions |
| Awards and highlights | |
Francis Joseph "Bud" Magrum (July 2, 1949 – November 3, 1991) was an American professional football player who played for the BC Lions.[1] He played college football at the University of Colorado Boulder.
Magrum dropped out of high school after sophomore year to join the United States Marine Corps and fought in the Vietnam War. He was awarded the Purple Heart twice and served as a demolitions expert. After returning from Vietnam, Magrum played for the Quantico Marines football team as a defensive lineman.[2] Following the advice of his coach to earn a college degree, Magrum turned down offers from NFL teams and instead went to Colorado.[3]
