| Born: | November 10, 1939 New York City, U.S. |
|---|---|
| Career information | |
| Position(s) | Halfback |
| College | Notre Dame |
| AFL draft | 1961 / Round: 17 / Pick: 130 (by the Boston Patriots) |
| NFL draft | 1961 / Round: 20 / Pick: 278 (by the Green Bay Packers) |
| Career history | |
| As player | |
| 1961 | Boston Patriots |
Raymond James Ratkowski[1] (born November 10, 1939) was a professional American football halfback. He played football at the University of Notre Dame. He was drafted in the 17th round of the 1961 NFL Draft and played for the Boston Patriots of the American Football League (AFL) during the 1961 AFL season.[2]
Ratkowski later served in the Marine Corps and worked for the FBI.[3] Upon retirement to Cape Cod he developed an interest in expressionist painting.[3] He died on April 30, 2012.[3] Ray was an all-city running back at St. Francis Prep in Brooklyn.
References
- ↑ "Ray Ratkowski". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved 2011-08-08.
- ↑ "Ray Ratkowski". National Football League. Retrieved 2011-08-08.
- 1 2 3 "Ray Ratkowski Obituary". MassLive.com. May 12, 2012.
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