Paul Halleck
American football player (1913–1974)
Paul Charles Halleck (July 11, 1913 – March 23, 1974) was an American professional football end who played one season with the Cleveland Rams of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Ohio University.
Early life
Paul Charles Halleck was born on July 11, 1913, in Youngstown, Ohio. He attended Wayne Township High School in Williamsfield, Ohio.
College career
Halleck played college football for the Ohio Bobcats of Ohio University. He earned All-Ohio honors in both 1935 and 1936. He also participated in track and field for the Bobcats. Halleck placed 3rd at the 1936 USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships in the discus. He finished 4th at the Olympic trials, one spot away from making the U.S. team at the 1936 Olympics. He was also a shot putter in college.
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