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Bill Fortune

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Position: OL
Date of Birth: October 14, 1897
Height / Weight: 5'11" / 218 lbs
First Team: CHC (1920)
Last Team: HAM (1925)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Bill Fortune - NFL Career Overview

Date of Birth: October 14, 1897
Position: Offensive Lineman (OL)

Career History

  • Chicago Heralds (CHC) - 1920
  • Hamilton Tigers (HAM) - 1925

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Bill Fortune started his professional football career in the inaugural season of the NFL in 1920, playing for the Chicago Heralds, a team that was part of the early days of the league.
  • Fortune later played for the Hamilton Tigers in 1925, contributing to the team's efforts during a time when professional football was still evolving.
  • As an offensive lineman, Fortune played a crucial role in protecting the quarterback and creating running lanes for ball carriers, showcasing the importance of his position in the growth of the game.

Legacy

Although Bill Fortune may not be as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, he was part of the formative years of the NFL, contributing to the establishment of professional football in America.

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