Frank Sillin

American football player (1903–1932) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Frank P. Sillin (May 15, 1903 – December 29, 1932) was an American football player. He played college football at Western Maryland College (now known as McDaniel College) as a fullback from 1924 to 1926 and was captain of the school's 1926 team.[1] He later professional football in the National Football League (NFL) as a back for the Dayton Triangles. He appeared in 17 NFL games, 12 as a starter, during the 1921, 1927, 1928, and 1929 seasons.[2] He died in 1932 at age 29 of influenza and pneumonia.[3]

PositionBack
Born(1903-05-15)May 15, 1903
Wapakoneta, Ohio, U.S.
DiedDecember 29, 1932(1932-12-29) (aged 29)
Montgomery County, Ohio, U.S.
Listed height5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)
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PositionBack
Personal information
Born(1903-05-15)May 15, 1903
Wapakoneta, Ohio, U.S.
DiedDecember 29, 1932(1932-12-29) (aged 29)
Montgomery County, Ohio, U.S.
Listed height5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)
Listed weight179 lb (81 kg)
Career information
High schoolStivers (Dayton, Ohio)
CollegeWestern Maryland
Career history
Career statistics
Games17
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