Ron McDole

American football player, Super Bowl champion

Ron McDole - American football player, Super Bowl champion
Born

September 9th, 1939
85 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional American football player, played primarily as an offensive lineman. Career spanned from 1961 to 1976, with significant contributions to teams such as the San Francisco 49ers and the Washington Redskins. With the Redskins, achieved success culminating in a Super Bowl victory. Known for durability and performance on the field.

Played in the Super Bowl with the Washington Redskins

Part of a formative era in the NFL

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