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Facts

Birth Date May 25, 1935
Birthplace Brackenridge, Pennsylvania, United States
Place Of Death Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Date Of Death January 10, 2011
Height/Weight 6 ft 3 inches, 251 lb (1.90 m, 113 kg)
Position fullback
Jersey Number 34 (Denver Broncos, 1967) • 2 (Denver Broncos, 1965) • 34 (Buffalo Bills, 1962–1964) • 2 (Miami Dolphins, 1966)
Games Played 65
Rushing Attempts 1010
Touchdowns 37
Yards Gained By Passing 4293
Yards Per Attempt 4.3

Top Questions

What position did Cookie Gilchrist play?
Cookie Gilchrist played fullback.
When was Cookie Gilchrist born?
Cookie Gilchrist was born on May 25, 1935, in Brackenridge, Pennsylvania, United States.
How many times was Cookie Gilchrist selected to the Pro Bowl?
Cookie Gilchrist was selected to the Pro Bowl four times.
How tall was Cookie Gilchrist?
Cookie Gilchrist was 6 ft 3 inches, 251 lb (1.90 m, 113 kg).

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