Posted on Sep 18, 2020
Sports Heroes Who Served: Pro Football Player to Formidable Marine
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Ernest C. Cheatham Jr. was a former defensive tackle for the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Baltimore Colts. He was also a Marine who led troops during the Korean and Vietnam wars.
Cheatham played college football at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, California, for the Lions. In 1952 after college, he became a Pittsburgh Steeler.
Cheatham played college football at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, California, for the Lions. In 1952 after college, he became a Pittsburgh Steeler.
Sports Heroes Who Served: Pro Football Player to Formidable Marine
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