Luther Palmer

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Luther Palmer
Biographical details
Born(1949-07-20)July 20, 1949
Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Playing career
1968–1971 Virginia Union
1974 Chicago Fire
1974 Florida Blazers
1975 San Antonio Wings
Position(s) Tight end, kicker
Coaching career (HC unless noted)
2013 Virginia–Lynchburg

Luther Palmer (born July 20, 1949) is a former American football player and coach. [1] He served as the head football coach at Virginia University of Lynchburg in 2013. He was drafted by the Los Angeles Rams in 17th round of the 1972 NFL Draft. [2]

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References

  1. "Luther Palmer". Pro Football Archives. Retrieved October 18, 2018.
  2. "Virginia Union Drafted Players". Pro-Football-Reference. Retrieved October 18, 2018.