About Nick DeCarbo
Nick DeCarbo, 81, American gridiron football player (Pittsburgh Pirates.
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|Nicholas Fred DeCarbo (March 21, 1910 – August 21, 1991) was an American professional football guard who played for the Pittsburgh Pirates of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Duquesne University.
Early life and college
Nicholas Fred DeCarbo was born on March 21, 1910, in New Castle, Pennsylvania. He attended New Castle High School in New Castle.
DeCarbo played college football for the Duquesne Dukes of Duquesne University, with his final year being in 1932.
Professional career
DeCarbo signed with the Pittsburgh Pirates of the National Football League in 1933. He played in all 11 games for the Pirates as a guard during the team's inaugural 1933 season. The Pirates finished the year with a 3–6–2 record. DeCarbo wore jersey number 28 while with the Pirates. He stood 5'9" and weighed 185 pounds.
Personal life
DeCarbo died on August 21, 1991, in Mayfield Heights, Ohio.
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