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Tex Holcomb

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Position: OL
Date of Birth: June 21, 1913
Height / Weight: 6'2" / 235 lbs
First Team: PHI (1937)
Last Team: PIT (1937)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Tex Holcomb: Career Overview

Date of Birth: June 21, 1913
Position: Offensive Lineman (OL)

Career History

  • Philadelphia Eagles (PHI) - 1937
  • Pittsburgh Steelers (PIT) - 1937

Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Tex Holcomb played in the NFL during a transitional period in the league's history, contributing to the development of offensive line play.
  • Although his professional career was brief, appearing in only the 1937 season, he was part of two storied franchises in the early days of the NFL.
  • His experience as an offensive lineman contributed to the protection of some of the league's early quarterbacks and paved the way for running backs during a time when the game was heavily focused on the ground attack.

Legacy

Tex Holcomb remains a lesser-known figure in NFL history, but his contributions during the league's formative years are part of the rich tapestry that has shaped professional football.

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