George Hinkle

George Allen Hinkle Jr. (born March 17, 1965) is an American former professional football player and coach. He played defensive end for six seasons for the San Diego Chargers, Minnesota Vikings, and Cincinnati Bengals. He was selected by the Chargers in the 11th round of the 1988 NFL draft.^[1]

PositionDefensive lineman

Born (1965-03-17) March 17, 1965 (age 61)
Pacific, Missouri, U.S.

Listed height6 ft 4 in (1.93 m)

Listed weight273 lb (124 kg)

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George Hinkle

Hinkle coaching Pacific High School
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Position	Defensive lineman
Personal information
Born	(1965-03-17) March 17, 1965 (age 61) Pacific, Missouri, U.S.
Listed height	6 ft 4 in (1.93 m)
Listed weight	273 lb (124 kg)
Career information
High school	Pacific
College	Arizona
NFL draft	1988: 11th round, 293rd overall pick
Career history
San Diego Chargers (1988–1991) Washington Redskins (1992)* Minnesota Vikings (1992) Cincinnati Bengals (1993)
* Offseason and/or practice squad member only
Career NFL statistics
Sacks 7.5 Fumble recoveries 1 Stats at Pro Football Reference

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Hinkle was the head coach of his alma mater, Pacific High School. Hinkle took over the program on a 49-game losing streak before leading them to a 2–8 record in his first year, and a 3–7 record in his second year. The third-year Coach Hinkle led the Indians to an 8–3 record, the first winning season in over 10 years and first Four Rivers Conference title and District title in 15 years. Coach Hinkle's District Championship team was led by his son, George Hinkle III, and Blake Arnette, a Lindenwood University signee. He resigned in 2013.^[2] In 2024, Hinkle was inducted into the Pacific High School Hall of Fame.^[3]