Walter Gilbert (American football)
| Date of birth: | February 5, 1915 |
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| Place of birth: | Fairfield, Alabama |
| Date of death: | August 19, 1979 (aged 64) |
| Place of death: | Auburn, Alabama |
Career information | |
| Position(s): | Center |
| College: | Auburn University |
| NFL Draft: | 1937 / Round: 4 / Pick: 31 |
| Drafted by: | Philadelphia Eagles |
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Career highlights and awards | |
| Awards: | SEC MVP |
| Honors: | 3x All-American |
Walter Gilbert was a college football player from Fairfield, Alabama.
Biography
Gilbert earned three varsity football letters and was a three time All-American at Auburn University. He starred at center, but also played linebacker. He became a member of the College Football Hall of Fame in 1956. In 1981 Auburn began bestowing the Walter Gilbert Award to distinguished alumni athletes.