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Also Known As Bronislau Nagurski
Born November 3, 1908 • Canada
Died January 7, 1990 (aged 81) • International Falls • Minnesota
Awards And Honors All-America team • Pro Football Hall of Fame (1963) • Pro Football Hall of Fame (inducted 1963) • 3 NFL championships • 4 All-Pro selections
Education University of Minnesota
Height/Weight 6 ft 2 inches, 226 lb (1.88 m, 102 kg)
Position fullback, linebacker, tackle
Games Played 97
Rushing Attempts 633
Touchdowns 25
Yards Gained By Passing 2778
Yards Per Attempt 4.4

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What college did Bronko Nagurski attend?
Bronko Nagurski attended the University of Minnesota.
When was Bronko Nagurski born?
Bronko Nagurski was born on November 3, 1908, in Rainy River, Ontario, Canada.
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Bronko Nagurski was 6 ft 2 inches, 226 lb (1.88 m, 102 kg).
When was Bronko Nagurski inducted to the Hall of Fame?
Bronko Nagurski was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1963.
What position did Bronko Nagurski play?
Bronko Nagurski played fullback, linebacker, and tackle.
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