Nate Barragar

American football player, sergeant

Nate Barragar - American football player, sergeant
Born

1906
119 years ago

Died

August 10th, 1985
39 years ago — 79 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a guard in professional American football. Served in the military, achieving the rank of sergeant. Competed in the NFL for the Los Angeles Rams and the New York Giants during his career. Participated in multiple seasons, contributing to the teams he played for with both skills on the field and leadership.

Played for the Los Angeles Rams

Played for the New York Giants

Served as a sergeant in the military

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