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John Kovatch

John George Kovatch Jr. was an American professional football end in the National Football League (NFL) for the Washington Redskins and the Green Bay Packers. He was born in South Bend, Indiana. He played college football at the University of Notre Dame and was selected in the 13th round of the 1942 NFL draft.

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Personal information
Born(1920-07-21)July 21, 1920
South Bend, Indiana, U.S.
DiedAugust 18, 2012(2012-08-18) (aged 92)
South Bend, Indiana, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
Listed weight197 lb (89 kg)
Career information
High schoolWashington (South Bend)
CollegeNotre Dame
NFL draft1942: 13th round, 116th overall pick
Career history
Awards and highlights
Career NFL statistics
Receptions18
Receiving yards157
Touchdowns1
Stats at Pro Football Reference

John George Kovatch Jr. (July 21, 1920 – August 18, 2012) was an American professional football end in the National Football League (NFL) for the Washington Redskins and the Green Bay Packers. He was born in South Bend, Indiana. He played college football at the University of Notre Dame and was selected in the 13th round of the 1942 NFL draft.

Kovatch died on August 18, 2012.1

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References

  1. "John G. Kovatch Obituary: View John Kovatch's Obituary by South Bend Tribune". Legacy.com. July 21, 1920. Retrieved August 23, 2012.
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