Ike Petersen
American football player, NFL linebacker
Born
July 8th, 1909
115 years ago
Died
1995
30 years ago — 86 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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An American football player played as a linebacker in the National Football League. He played for the Chicago Bears and was a member of the team during their successful 1946 season. In that season, the Bears won the NFL Championship, solidifying their status as a formidable team in the league. The player’s contributions on the field during this era helped shape the team's defensive strategies.
Played for the Chicago Bears
Won the NFL Championship in 1946
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