Ernie Ruple
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PositionDefensive end
BornOctober 27, 1945
Conway, Arkansas, U.S.
Conway, Arkansas, U.S.
DiedJune 9, 2024 (aged 78)
Conway, Arkansas, U.S.
Conway, Arkansas, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 4 in (1.93 m)
| No. 73 | |
|---|---|
| Position | Defensive end |
| Personal information | |
| Born | October 27, 1945 Conway, Arkansas, U.S. |
| Died | June 9, 2024 (aged 78) Conway, Arkansas, U.S. |
| Listed height | 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) |
| Listed weight | 256 lb (116 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school | Conway |
| College | Arkansas (1964-1967) |
| NFL draft | 1968: 2nd round, 36th overall pick |
| Career history | |
| Awards and highlights | |
| Stats at Pro Football Reference | |
Coy Ernest Ruple (October 27, 1945 – June 9, 2024) was an American professional football player who was a tackle for two seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers of the National Football League (NFL).[1]
Ruple played college football for the Arkansas Razorbacks before being selected in the 1968 NFL/AFL draft. He played high school football at Conway High School in Conway, Arkansas.[2]
Ruple died on June 9, 2024, at the age of 78.[3]
