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Walter Bryan

Walter Dean Bryan was an American professional football player who played for the Baltimore Colts of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Tarleton State University and Texas Tech University.

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PositionsDefensive back, halfback
Personal information
Born(1933-12-23)December 23, 1933
Olney, Texas, U.S.
DiedMarch 6, 2020(2020-03-06) (aged 86)
Abilene, Texas, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
Listed weight185 lb (84 kg)
Career information
High schoolOlney (Olney, Texas)
CollegeTarleton State (1951-1952)
Texas Tech (1953-1954)
NFL draft1955: 9th round, 99th overall pick
Career history
Career NFL statistics
Rushing yards4
Rushing average2
Interceptions1
Stats at Pro Football Reference

Walter Dean Bryan (December 23, 1933 – March 6, 2020) was an American professional football player who played for the Baltimore Colts of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Tarleton State University and Texas Tech University.1

He died on March 6, 2020, in Abilene, Texas at the age of 86.2

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References

  1. "Walter Bryan". pro-football-reference.com. Retrieved August 27, 2016.
  2. "Obituary of Walter Dean Bryan". Hamilfamilyfuneralhome.com. Archived from the original on December 12, 2020. Retrieved November 17, 2020.