William Ernest Hewitt (October 8, 1909 – January 14, 1947) was an American professional football player who an end and fullback in the National Football League (NFL). He played five seasons for the Chicago Bears (1932–1936), three for the Philadelphia Eagles (1937–1939), and one for the Phil-Pitt Steagles (1943). He is remembered for his refusal to wear a helmet as one of the last NFL players not to wear one.
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William Ernest Hewitt 8 October 1909 Bay City, MI
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Died |
14 January 1947 (aged 37) Sellersville, Pennsylvania
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Zodiac | Libra |
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