John Tucker (American football)

John Tucker
Biographical details
Born(1901-04-15)April 15, 1901
Russellville, Arkansas, U.S.
DiedFebruary 20, 1983(1983-02-20) (aged 81)
Russellville, Arkansas, U.S.
Playing career
1919–1924Arkansas Tech
1930–1931Alabama
Position(s)Quarterback
Coaching career (HC unless noted)
1933–1947Arkansas Tech
Head coaching record
Overall77–17–9
Accomplishments and honors
Championships
As coach:
  • 5 AIC (1935, 1939, 1945–1947)

As player:

John E. Tucker (April 15, 1901 – February 20, 1983) was an American football player and coach. He served as the head coach at Arkansas Tech University from 1933 to 1947, compiling a record of 77–17–9. He played football at Arkansas Tech and later at the University of Alabama in 1930 and 1931.