Richard E. Flanagan (October 31, 1927 – September 27, 1997) was a National Football League (NFL) center who played eight seasons. Flanagan played high school football for Sidney High School and college football for Ohio State University.[1] He was selected by the Chicago Bears in the 10th round of the 1948 NFL draft.[2] He played running back in college and his first year with the Bears. He also played linebacker and offensive guard during his professional career.
Flanagan was a member of the Detroit Lions team that defeated the Cleveland Browns to win the 1952 NFL Championship.[3]
The Flanagan Sports Complex in Sidney is named after him.[4]
The Sidney High School football MVP trophy is named after Flanagan and his jersey number has been retired by the school.[5]
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