Jim Ricca


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Date of Birth: October 8, 1927
Height / Weight: 6'4" / 270 lbs
First Team: WAS (1951)
Last Team: PHI (1956)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Jim Ricca - NFL Career Overview

Date of Birth: October 8, 1927

Teams Played For:

  • Washington Redskins (WAS) - 1951
  • Detroit Lions (DET) - 1952-1954
  • Philadelphia Eagles (PHI) - 1955-1956

Position:

Jim Ricca played as a Guard during his professional career in the NFL.

Career Highlights:

  • Drafted in 1951, Ricca began his NFL journey with the Washington Redskins.
  • He played for the Detroit Lions for three seasons, where he contributed to the team's offensive and defensive lines.
  • Ricca finished his career with the Philadelphia Eagles, playing his final game in 1956.

Legacy:

While Jim Ricca may not be one of the most recognized names in NFL history, his contributions as an offensive lineman helped pave the way for the success of the teams he played for during the early years of the league. His commitment and performance on the field exemplified the hard work and dedication of professional football players in the 1950s.

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4844, , 1927-10-08, Jim Ricca, James, Ricca

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