John Edward Brewer Jr. (August 26, 1928 – July 28, 1983) was an American professional

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fullback who played two seasons with the

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of the

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(NFL). He was selected by the Eagles in the 28th round of the

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after playing

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at the

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Early life and college

John Edward Brewer Jr. was born on August 26, 1928, in Twin Branch, West Virginia. He attended Iaeger High School in

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. Brewer was a four-year

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for the

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of the

from 1948 to 1951.

Professional career

Brewer was selected by the

in the 28th round, with the 329th overall pick, of the

. He signed with the team on March 8, 1952. He played in all 12 games, starting five, for the Eagles during the 1952 season, rushing 50 times for 188 yards and two touchdowns while also catching five passes for 19 yards. Brewer appeared in six games in 1953, recording 17 rushing attempts for 85 yards and one touchdown, and four receptions for 43 yards. Brewer signed with the

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on May 1, 1954. He was released on September 13, 1954.

Personal life

Brewer died on July 28, 1983, in

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References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Brewer, John 1928 births 1983 deaths Players of American football from West Virginia American football fullbacks Louisville Cardinals football players Philadelphia Eagles players Washington Redskins players Sportspeople from McDowell County, West Virginia