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Bobby Layne

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Also known as Robert Lawrence Layne

American football player (1926–1986)

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Bobby Layne was an American male athlete who played American football as a quarterback. He represented the United States in the sport and was a member of the Chicago Bears, Detroit Lions, and Pittsburgh Steelers. His occupation also included playing baseball.

Born in Coleman County on December 19, 1926, Layne died in Lubbock on December 1, 1986. He was recognized in the Pro Football Hall of Fame collection and received the Pro Football Hall of Fame award.

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Sport
American Football
Nationality
United States

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Wikidata facts

Instance of
human
Given name
Bobby
Gender
male
Citizenship
United States
Place of birth
Coleman County
Place of death
Lubbock
Position played
quarterback
Country for sport
United States
Image
LaynewithLions.jpg
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date of birth
1926-12-19
date of death
1986-12-01
Commons category
Bobby Layne
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