Joe Muha, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Joe Muha

American football player

Date of Birth: 28-Apr-1921

Place of Birth: Central City, Pennsylvania, United States

Date of Death: 01-Apr-1993

Profession: military officer, American football player

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Taurus

Joseph George "Joe" Muha (April 28, 1921 – April 1, 1993) was an American football player, coach, and official.
He played professionally as a fullback and linebacker in the National Football League (NFL) for five seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles.
He was their starting fullback four of those years and a two-time All-Pro selection.
Muha also was an umpire in the NFL from 1956 through 1971.
He wore uniform number 43, which was claimed the season following Muha's retirement by Red Cashion. Muha served as a second lieutenant in the United States Marine Corps from 1943 to 1947.
He was inducted into the Virginia Sports Hall of Fame in 1976.