Dick Thornton (American football)


Harry Richard "Dick" Thornton was an American football quarterback in the National Football League. He played for the Philadelphia Eagles in 1933, starting in one game. He played college football at Michigan and Missouri–Rolla.

Early years

Thornton attended Senn High School in Chicago, Illinois.

College career

Thornton played college football at Missouri–Rolla and Michigan.

Professional career

Thornton played for the Philadelphia Eagles in 1933, playing in four games. In 1932 and 1933 he also played for the then-independent St. Louis Gunners.

Personal

Thornton's son, Dick, played in the Canadian Football League from 1961–1972.