Gil Runkel
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Position: WR
Date of Birth: June 2, 1891
Height / Weight: / 210 lbs
First Team: DET (1920)
Last Team: COL (1925)
Receiving Stats (WR / TE)
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Career Summary
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
Gil Runkel - Career Overview
Date of Birth: June 2, 1891Position: Wide Receiver (WR)
Career History
- Detroit (DET) - 1920
- Columbus (COL) - 1925
Career Highlights and Accomplishments
- Gil Runkel played in the early years of the NFL, contributing to the development of the wide receiver position during its formative years.
- He was part of the Detroit team in 1920, which was one of the league's founding franchises.
- Runkel later joined the Columbus team in 1925, showcasing his skills in a different environment as the league continued to evolve.
Legacy
Although not a household name in NFL history, Gil Runkel's contributions during the league's early days helped pave the way for future generations of wide receivers. His participation in the league during its inception is a testament to the growth and transformation of professional football.
Source: gpt-4o-mini
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