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American football player (1926–1987) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
John Battista Mastrangelo (March 10, 1926 – October 2, 1987) was a professional football player in the National Football League (NFL). He made his NFL debut in 1947 with the Pittsburgh Steelers. He played in the NFL for 4 years, playing for the Steelers, New York Yankees (AAFC) and New York Giants over the course of his career.
![]() Mastrangelo on a 1948 Bowman football card | |
No. 75 (college) 66 (professional) | |
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Position: | Guard / Tackle |
Personal information | |
Born: | Vandergrift, Pennsylvania, U.S. | March 10, 1926
Died: | October 2, 1987 61) Vandergrift, Pennsylvania, U.S. | (aged
Height: | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) |
Weight: | 228 lb (103 kg) |
Career information | |
High school: | Vandergrift (PA) |
College: | Notre Dame |
NFL draft: | 1947 / round: 3 / pick: 16 |
Career history | |
Career highlights and awards | |
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Player stats at PFR |
Prior to joining the NFL, Mastrangelo played college football at the University of Notre Dame where he received All-American honors. He also played in the College All-Star Game in 1947.
"An All-American on Notre Dame's great 1946 eleven... A big, fast fellow who runs like a halfback Wears contact lenses... President of his class at Notre Dame.. Smart and aggressive... Will develop into one of the best linemen in the league."
—1947 Pittsburgh Steelers Media Guide[1]
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