Montgomery Stoffal Lantz (November 24, 1903 – November 2, 1969) was an American professional

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who played one season with the

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of the

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(NFL). He played

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Early life and college

Montgomery Stoffal Lantz was born on November 24, 1903, in

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. He attended Westinghouse High School in Pittsburgh. Lantz was a member of the

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from 1926 to 1929.

Professional career

Lantz signed with the

of the

in 1933. He appeared in ten games for the Pirates during the team's inaugural 1933 season, playing

on offense and

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on defense. He wore jersey number 32 while with the Pirates. Lantz stood 5'11" and weighed 185 pounds.

Personal life

Lantz died on November 2, 1969, in

References

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