Jim Finks
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Jim Finks was an American football player and executive who enjoyed a successful career in the sport. He was born in St. Louis, Missouri in 1927 and grew up in a family of modest means. He was a standout athlete in high school, playing both football and basketball. Finks attended the University of Tulsa, where he continued to excel in football.

Jim Finks was an American football player and executive who enjoyed a successful career in the sport. He was born in St. Louis, Missouri in 1927 and grew up in a family of modest means. He was a standout athlete in high school, playing both football and basketball. Finks attended the University of Tulsa, where he continued to excel in football.

Career Passing Stats

NFL 1949-1955

Yards

8,622

Touchdowns

55

Completion %

47.8

Yards/Game

109.1

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Career Timeline

1949-1955

Pittsburgh Steelers (NFL)

Player

1964-1974

Minnesota Vikings (NFL)

General Manager

1974-1982

Chicago Bears (NFL)

General Manager

1984

Chicago Cubs (MLB)

Team President

1986-1992

New Orleans Saints (NFL)

General Manager

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