John Wright

American football wide receiver

PersonAge 80humanQ60733718

Also known as John William Wright

Born: January 11, 1946
Birthplace: Oak Park
Citizenship: United States
Occupation: American football player
Education: Wheaton Warrenville South High School

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John William Wright is an American former professional football player who was a wide receiver in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Illinois Fighting Illini. Wright played in the NFL for the Atlanta Falcons in 1968 and for the Detroit Lions in 1969.

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Sex or gender: male
Member of sports team: Detroit Lions
Illinois Fighting Illini football
Position played on team / speciality: wide receiver
Family name: Wright
Sport: American football
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1.Stated in Pro Football ReferenceRetrieved 2022-05-09
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Given name: John
Mass: 197 lb

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