John Kovatch facts for kids

John George Kovatch, Jr. (born July 21, 1920 – died August 18, 2012) was an American football player. He played as an "end" in the National Football League (NFL). He played for two teams: the Washington Redskins and the Green Bay Packers. John was born in South Bend, Indiana. He also played college football at the University of Notre Dame.

Who Was John Kovatch?

John George Kovatch, Jr. was a talented American football player. He was born in South Bend, Indiana, in 1920. He became known for his skills as an "end" player. In football, an end is a player who lines up at the end of the offensive or defensive line. They often catch passes or block for their teammates.

Starting His Football Journey

John Kovatch went to Washington High School in South Bend. After high school, he played college football for the University of Notre Dame. Playing for Notre Dame is a big deal in college football. His skills there caught the attention of professional teams. In 1942, he was chosen in the 13th round of the 1942 NFL Draft. The NFL Draft is where professional teams pick new players from colleges.

Playing in the NFL

After college, John Kovatch joined the National Football League (NFL). This is the top professional football league in the United States. He played for the Washington Redskins in 1942. That year, his team won the NFL Championship. This means they were the best team in the league! After serving in World War II, he returned to play for the Redskins in 1946. In 1947, he played for the Green Bay Packers. During his NFL career, he caught 18 passes for 157 yards. He also scored one touchdown.