Cliff Patton

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John Clifton Patton (July 29, 1923 – November 9, 2002) was an American professional football player who was a guard for six seasons for the Philadelphia Eagles and the Chicago Cardinals.

Cliff Patton was a Philadelphia Eagle since mid-season, 1946. He was a top-notch place-kicker. Over 2 years he converted 60 straight extra points after touchdowns and kicked 50 of those within a single season, in 1948.

Early life and education

John Clifton Patton was a native of Clyde, Texas.[1] His parents were Dessie L. Merrick and J. W. Patton, deputy sheriff of Callahan County and Howard County.[1][2] Patton had two sisters, Zirah and Bonnie.[2]

Patton graduated from Big Spring High School then studied at Texas Christian University.[1] While there, he played as a lineman in the TCU Horned Frogs football team.[3] He also attended Hardin-Simmons University and served in the United States Army.[1]

Career

After finishing university, Patton played for the Philadelphia Eagles as a guard.[3]

Personal life

On July 14, 1948, Patton married Frances June Konczak at the St. Joachim Catholic Church in Clyde.[1]

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