| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born: | April 30, 1918 Charleston, West Virginia, U.S. |
| Died: | April 26, 1984 (aged 65) Christiansburg, Virginia, U.S. |
| Height: | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) |
| Weight: | 190 lb (86 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school: | Charleston |
| College: | West Virginia |
| Position: | End |
| NFL draft: | 1941 / round: 19 / pick: 171 |
| Career history | |
| Stats at Pro Football Reference | |
John J. Shonk III (April 30, 1918 – April 26, 1984) was an American professional football end who played for the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League (NFL) in 1941. He played college football for West Virginia before he was selected by the Eagles in the 19th round (171st overall) of the 1941 NFL draft.[1] He was team captain for West Virginia in 1940. He served in World War II for the United States Army.[2][3]