George Anthony Rosso (January 15, 1930 – January 28, 1994) was an American football defensive back in the National Football League (NFL) for the Washington Redskins. He played college football at Ohio State University and was drafted in the 25th round of the 1954 NFL Draft.

George Rosso
No. 20
Position:Defensive back
Personal information
Born:(1930-01-15)January 15, 1930
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Died:January 28, 1994(1994-01-28) (aged 64)
Career information
High school:Langley High School
The Kiski School
College:Ohio State
NFL draft:1954 / Round: 25 / Pick: 296
Career history
Career NFL statistics
Games played:12
Interceptions:4
Player stats at NFL.com

Early life and high school career edit

Rosso was born to a football family. His brothers Tony and Mike played for Washington & Jefferson, while Don also played football before joining the Army.[1]

In his high school years at Kiski, he played at right halfback because he was left-handed.[1]

College career edit

Rosso considered entering West Point, but decided to enter Ohio State.[1]

Professional career edit

Rosso was drafted by the Washington Redskins during the 1954 NFL Draft.[2]

References edit

  1. ^ a b c Sell, Jack (16 November 1951). "Twas a Great Day for Kiski Grads". Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. p. 27. Retrieved 13 February 2024.
  2. ^ "21 Ohioans Are Drafted by Pro Loop". Youngstown Vindicator. 7 February 1954. Retrieved 13 February 2024.