Joe Pappio facts for kids
Joe Pappio – second row middle
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| Position: | Offensive lineman | ||
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| Born: | October 1, 1902 Sawyer, Minnesota, US |
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| Died: | August 22, 1971 (aged 68) | ||
| Height: | 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) | ||
| Weight: | 183 lb (83 kg) | ||
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| College: | Haskell Indian | ||
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Joseph Pappio (born October 1, 1902 – died August 22, 1971) was a talented American football player. He was a member of the Chippewa, a Native American tribe. Pappio played college football at Haskell Indian Nations University. He also played professionally in the National Football League (NFL).
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Joe Pappio's Football Journey
Joseph Pappio was born in Sawyer, Minnesota. He grew up to become a strong football player. His journey in football took him from college to the professional leagues.
College Football Star
Joe Pappio attended Haskell Indian Nations University. This university is known for its strong connection to Native American culture. While there, he played college football. Playing for Haskell helped him develop his skills as an Offensive lineman.
Playing in the NFL
Pappio joined the National Football League (NFL) in 1923. He played for several teams during his professional career. Each team had its own unique story.
The Oorang Indians
In the 1923 NFL season, Joe Pappio played for the Oorang Indians. This team was special because all its players were Native Americans. The team was based in LaRue, Ohio. A famous coach named Jim Thorpe led the Oorang Indians. Thorpe was a legendary athlete himself.
Hominy Indians' Big Win
After 1923, Pappio played for the Hominy Indians. This was an independent team from Hominy, Oklahoma. Like the Oorang Indians, all the players on the Hominy Indians were Native Americans. In 1927, the Hominy Indians achieved a huge victory. They defeated the New York Giants, who were the NFL champions that year. The final score was 13–6. This was a very impressive win for an independent team.
Joining the Chicago Cardinals
In 1930, Joe Pappio returned to the NFL. He played for the Chicago Cardinals during the 1930 NFL season. This marked another important step in his professional football career.
