George Platukis
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Position: WR
Date of Birth: March 15, 1915
Height / Weight: 6'0" / 196 lbs
First Team: PIT (1938)
Last Team: CLE (1942)
Receiving Stats (WR / TE)
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Career Summary
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
George Platukis: NFL Career Overview
Date of Birth: March 15, 1915
Professional Career
- Teams:
- Pittsburgh Steelers (1938-1940)
- Cleveland Browns (1941-1942)
- Position: Wide Receiver
Career Highlights
- George Platukis began his NFL career with the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1938.
- He played for the Steelers for three seasons, contributing as a wide receiver during a time when the passing game was just beginning to evolve in the league.
- In 1941, Platukis joined the Cleveland Browns, a team that would soon become one of the powerhouses in the NFL.
- Although specific statistics from the era are limited, Platukis is remembered for his contributions to the teams he played for during the late 1930s and early 1940s.
Legacy
George Platukis's career represents a time in NFL history when the league was transitioning into a more modern style of play. While not as widely recognized today, players like Platukis helped lay the groundwork for the wide receiver position that would become crucial in the years to follow.
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