John Papit facts for kids
Papit on a 1952 Bowman football card
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| Position: | Halfback | ||||||||
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| Born: | July 25, 1928 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
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| Died: | April 6, 2015 (aged 86) Forest, Virginia |
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| College: | Virginia | ||||||||
| NFL Draft: | 1951 / Round: 7 / Pick: 76 | ||||||||
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John Michael Papit (born July 25, 1928 – died April 6, 2015) was an American football player. He was a talented halfback in the National Football League (NFL). He played for two famous teams: the Washington Redskins and the Green Bay Packers.
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Discovering John Papit's Football Journey
John Papit was a professional football player. He was known for his skills as a halfback. He played in the NFL during the 1950s.
John Papit's College Football Days
John Michael Papit was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He loved football from a young age. He went to the University of Virginia. There, he played college football for the Virginia Cavaliers team. He was a strong and important player for his college team.
Papit Joins the National Football League
After his time in college, John Papit was chosen to play professionally. He was picked in the 1951 NFL Draft. The NFL Draft is an event where professional teams select new players. He was chosen in the seventh round. This was a big step for his football career.
Papit's Time with NFL Teams
John Papit started his NFL career with the Washington Redskins. He played for them from 1951 to 1953. Later in 1953, he also played for the Green Bay Packers. As a halfback, his main job was to run with the ball. He also helped his team score points.
Key Moments in Papit's Career
During his time in the NFL, John Papit played in 29 games. He ran for a total of 379 yards. He also scored 2 Touchdowns. These were important contributions to his teams during his professional career.
Remembering John Papit
John Papit passed away in 2015. He is remembered as a dedicated football player. His career showed his passion for the sport.
