Tony Klimek
American football player (1925–2012)
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Tony Klimek (November 24, 1925 – August 21, 2012) was an American professional football defensive end. He played for the Chicago Cardinals from 1951 to 1952.[1][2]
PositionDefensive end
BornNovember 24, 1925
Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
DiedAugust 21, 2012 (aged 86)
Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Listed height5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)
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| Position | Defensive end | ||||||
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| Born | November 24, 1925 Chicago, Illinois, U.S. | ||||||
| Died | August 21, 2012 (aged 86) Chicago, Illinois, U.S. | ||||||
| Listed height | 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) | ||||||
| Listed weight | 200 lb (91 kg) | ||||||
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| High school | Chicago (IL) Carl Schurz | ||||||
| College | Illinois | ||||||
| NFL draft | 1949: 14th round, 140th overall pick | ||||||
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He died on August 21, 2012, in Chicago, Illinois at age 86.[3]
