Jim Capuzzi

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Jim Capuzzi
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Position: Defensive back/Quarterback
Personal information
Born: (1932-03-12) March 12, 1932 (age 92)
Niles, Ohio, U.S.
Height:6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
Weight:190 lb (86 kg)
Career information
High school: McKinley
College:
Career history
Career NFL statistics
Games played:9
Interceptions:2
Player stats at PFR

Jim Capuzzi is a former defensive back and quarterback in the National Football League.

Contents

Biography

Capuzzi was born on March 12, 1932, in Niles, Ohio. [1]

Career

Capuzzi played with the Green Bay Packers for two seasons (1955–56). He played at the collegiate level at University of Cincinnati and Marquette University. [2]

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References

  1. "Jim Capuzzi Stats - Jim Capuzzi Bio, Statistics & Fantasy Points". Fantasy Football Challenge. March 12, 1932. Retrieved January 29, 2012.
  2. "Jim Capuzzi NFL Football Statistics". Pro-Football-Reference.com. March 12, 1932. Retrieved January 29, 2012.