Don Simensen
American football player
Donald Roy Simensen (September 11, 1926 – April 22, 1994) was an American professional football offensive tackle who played two seasons with the Los Angeles Rams of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at the University of St. Thomas.
Early life
Donald Roy Simensen was born on September 11, 1926, in Minot, North Dakota. He attended Central High School in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
College career
Simensen was a member of the St. Thomas Tommies of the University of St. Thomas from 1947 to 1950. He helped the Tommies win the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference championship each year from 1947 to 1949. He also played hockey for the Tommies.
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