Dick Rauch
American football player and coach
Born
July 15th, 1893
132 years ago
Died
1970
55 years ago — 77 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played professionally as a guard and tackle in American football. Coached multiple teams including the University of Florida and the University of Arkansas, contributing to the development of players and the sport at the collegiate level. Also participated in the 1920 season of the National Football League (NFL), joining as a member of the Rochester Jeffersons. His coaching influence was present in both offensive and defensive strategies, spanning over a decade in various roles.
Played for the Rochester Jeffersons in the NFL
Coached at the University of Florida
Served as head coach at the University of Arkansas
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