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Also Known As
Charles Phillip Bednarik • Concrete Charlie • Charles Philip Bednarik, Jr.
Born
May 1, 1925 • Bethlehem • Pennsylvania
Died
March 21, 2015 (aged 89) • Pennsylvania
Awards And Honors
Pro Football Hall of Fame (1967) • Pro Football Hall of Fame (inducted 1967) • 2 NFL championships • 6 All-Pro selections • 8 Pro Bowl selections
Education
University of Pennsylvania
Height/Weight
6 ft 3 inches, 233 lb (1.90 m, 105 kg)
Position
linebacker, center
Jersey Number
60 (Philadelphia Eagles, 1949–1962)
Draft
Drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the first round (first overall) of the 1949 NFL draft.
Games Played
169
Interceptions
20
Touchdowns
1
Yards Gained By Passing
268
Top Questions
When was Chuck Bednarik born?
Chuck Bednarik was born on May 1, 1925, in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, United States.
What college did Chuck Bednarik attend?
Chuck Bednarik attended the University of Pennsylvania.
What position did Chuck Bednarik play?
Chuck Bednarik played linebacker, center.
How many times was Chuck Bednarik selected to the Pro Bowl?
Chuck Bednarik was selected to the Pro Bowl eight times.
How tall was Chuck Bednarik?
Chuck Bednarik was 6 ft 3 inches, 233 lb (1.90 m, 105 kg).
When was Chuck Bednarik inducted to the Hall of Fame?
Chuck Bednarik was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1967.
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