Sam Dana

Sam Dana (August 7, 1903 – October 29, 2007), born Sam Salemi, was a professional American football player who played running back for two seasons for the Hartford Blues and New York Yankees. At the time of his death, Dana was thought to be the oldest living NFL player.[1]

Sam Dana (born Sam Salemi)
Born:(1903-08-07)August 7, 1903
Brooklyn, New York
Died:October 29, 2007(2007-10-29) (aged 104)
Buffalo, New York
Career information
Position(s)RB
CollegeColumbia University
Career history
As player
1926Hartford Blues
1928New York Yankees

References

  1. "Sam Dana, NFL's oldest former player, dies at 104". The Courier-Journal. October 31, 2007. Archived from the original on July 28, 2012. Retrieved June 27, 2018.


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