Tony Romeo (American football), Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

    

Tony Romeo (American football)

American football player

Date of Birth: 07-Mar-1938

Place of Birth: St. Petersburg, Florida, United States

Date of Death: 02-May-1996

Profession: American football player

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Pisces


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About Tony Romeo (American football)

  • Anthony Lamar Romeo (March 7, 1938 – May 2, 1996) was an American football tight end in the American Football League for the Dallas Texans and Boston Patriots.
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  • Romeo played high school football for Hillsborough High School, Tampa, Florida.
  • He was inducted into his high school's football hall of fame in 2001.
  • He played college football at Florida State University and was drafted in the 19th round of the 1961 NFL Draft by the Washington Redskins.
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  • Romeo was a part of the growing evangelical movement among professional football players.
  • During the off season and after his retirement he traveled widely speaking in Southern Baptist and other evangelical churches.
  • Romeo was also known for beginning the first chapel services in professional football.
  • Following his pro career, he spent time in the ministry before putting his FSU business degree to work.

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