Jim Podoley

1933–2010 (age 77)

Professional football player

Biography

Jim Podoley celebrated a career in professional football as a halfback for the Detroit Lions and Washington Redskins, thrilling fans with his burst of speed and his fearless running style. Beyond the gridiron, he remained a loyal supporter of teammates and a cherished mentor to younger athletes who looked up to his dedication.

After retirement, he turned that same generosity toward family and community, sharing stories that connected past and present, and he rests in Fort Lincoln Cemetery.

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