Jack Kemp

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Also Known As	Jack French Kemp
Born	July 13, 1935 • Los Angeles • California
Died	May 2, 2009 (aged 73) • Bethesda • Maryland
Title / Office	House of Representatives (1970-1988), United States
Political Affiliation	Republican Party
Awards And Honors	Presidential Medal of Freedom (2009) • 2 AFL championships • 2 All-Pro selections • 7 Pro Bowl selections • 1965 AP AFL Player of the Year
Role In	Economic Recovery Tax Act
Education	Occidental College
Height/Weight	6 ft 1 inch, 201 lb (1.85 m, 91 kg)
Throws	right-handed
Position	quarterback
Jersey Number	15 (Buffalo Bills, 1962–1969) • 15 (San Diego Chargers, 1961–1962) • 15 (Los Angeles Chargers, 1960) • 18 (Pittsburgh Steelers, 1957)
Draft	Drafted by the Detroit Lions in the 17th round (203rd overall) of the 1957 NFL draft.
Completion Percentage	46.7
Games Played	122
Interceptions	183
Touchdowns	114
Yards Gained By Passing	21218
Yards Per Attempt	6.9

Top Questions

When was Jack Kemp born?

Jack Kemp was born on July 13, 1935, in Los Angeles, California, United States.

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Jack Kemp played quarterback.

How many times was Jack Kemp selected to the Pro Bowl?

Jack Kemp was selected to the Pro Bowl seven times.

What college did Jack Kemp attend?

Jack Kemp attended Occidental College.

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Jack Kemp was 6 ft 1 inch, 201 lb (1.85 m, 91 kg).

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