John McGeever

John McGeever
No. 47
PositionCornerback
Personal information
Born(1939-02-14)February 14, 1939
Bogalusa, Louisiana, U.S.
DiedDecember 5, 2022(2022-12-05) (aged 83)
Vestavia Hills, Alabama, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
Listed weight195 lb (88 kg)
Career information
High schoolJohn Carroll Catholic (Birmingham, Alabama)
CollegeAuburn
NFL draft1962: 6th round, 83rd overall pick
AFL draft1962: 7th round, 50th overall pick
Career history
* Offseason and/or practice squad member only
Career AFL statistics
Interceptions11
Touchdowns1
Sacks2
Stats at Pro Football Reference

John McGeever (February 14, 1939 – December 5, 2022) was an American professional football player who was a cornerback in the American Football League (AFL).

McGeever was drafted in the 7th round by the Denver Broncos in the 1962 AFL draft after playing college football for the Auburn University. From 1962 to 1965, McGeever played for the Broncos, then for the Miami Dolphins in 1966.

McGeever died on December 5, 2022, at the age of 83.[1]

References

  1. ^ "John McGeever Obituary". Dignity Memorial. Retrieved December 8, 2022.