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Also Known As Big Daddy • Eugene Allen Lipscomb
Born August 9, 1931 • Detroit • Michigan
Died May 10, 1963 (aged 31) • Baltimore • Maryland
Height/Weight 6 ft 6 inches, 284 lb (1.98 m, 128 kg)
Position defensive tackle
Jersey Number 76 (Pittsburgh Steelers, 1961–1962) • 76 (Baltimore Colts, 1956–1960) • 78 (Los Angeles Rams, 1954–1955) • 85 (Los Angeles Rams, 1953)
Games Played 112
Games Started 96

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What position did Gene Lipscomb play?
Gene Lipscomb played defensive tackle.
When was Gene Lipscomb born?
Gene Lipscomb was born on August 9, 1931, in Detroit, Michigan, United States.
How many times was Gene Lipscomb selected to the Pro Bowl?
Gene Lipscomb was selected to the Pro Bowl three times.
How tall was Gene Lipscomb?
Gene Lipscomb was 6 ft 6 inches, 284 lb (1.98 m, 128 kg).
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