Sammy Fox
Samuel Simon Fox (May 4, 1918 – April 11, 2004) was an American football end who played one season for the New York Giants. He was the head coach of the Ottawa Rough Riders in 1947.
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| Position: | End |
| Personal information | |
| Born: | May 4, 1918 Washington D.C. |
| Died: | April 11, 2004 (aged 85) Kendall, Florida |
| Height: | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) |
| Weight: | 215 lb (98 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school: | Central (DC) |
| College: | Ohio State |
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Early life
Sammy Fox was born on May 4, 1918, in Washington D.C. He went to high school at Central (DC).
College career
He went to college at Ohio State.
Professional career
New York Giants
In 1945, he played for the New York Giants. He played in 8 games and had 10 catches for 120 yards.[1] He also had 2 touchdowns.
Jersey City Giants
In 1946, he played 1 game for the minor league Jersey City Giants.[2]
Paterson Panthers
In the same year, he played 5 games for the Paterson Panthers. He had one touchdown.
Coaching career
Ottawa Rough Riders
In 1947, he coached the Ottawa Rough Riders.[3] They had a 8–4 record.[4]
Later life
He died on April 11, 2004. He was 85 at the time of his death.
References
- "Sam Fox Stats". Pro-Football-Reference.com.
- "Sam Fox Stats – Pro Football Archives". www.profootballarchives.com.
- "Sam Fox Coaching Record – Pro Football Archives". www.profootballarchives.com.
- "Sam Fox Coaching Records on JustSportsStats.com". www.justsportsstats.com.