John Robert Tripson (September 17, 1919 – July 6, 1997) was a professional American football offensive tackle in the National Football League. He played one season for the Detroit Lions (1941).
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Born: | (1919-09-17)September 17, 1919 Madero, Texas | ||||
Died: | July 6, 1997(1997-07-06) (aged 77) | ||||
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College: | Mississippi State | ||||
Position: | Offensive tackle | ||||
NFL Draft: | 1941 / Round: 6 / Pick: 45 | ||||
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He received the Navy Cross for gallantry in the invasion of North Africa in World War II, along with fellow former NFL player Robert Halperin.[1]
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