Larry Strickland (September 3, 1931 – August 29, 1979) was an American Football center for six seasons between 1954 and 1959 for the Chicago Bears, a one-time Pro Bowler and one-time first-team All-Pro.
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Position: | Center |
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Born: | (1931-09-03)September 3, 1931 Tyler, Texas |
Died: | August 29, 1979(1979-08-29) (aged 47) Tyler, Texas |
Height: | 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) |
Weight: | 248 lb (112 kg) |
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High school: | John Tyler |
College: | North Texas |
NFL Draft: | 1953 / Round: 13 / Pick: 151 |
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Strickland was born in Tyler, Texas. He was drafted by the Chicago Bears in the 13th round (150th overall) of the 1953 NFL Draft. He was survived by his wife Betty Strickland, and he had no children.
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