Vince Papale — SPARQNOW

At-a-Glance

Subject of the 2006 Disney film "Invincible."
Motivational Speaker & Author at Vince Papale Promotions since 2006.
Played three seasons with the NFL's Philadelphia Eagles (1976-1979), primarily on special teams.
Played two seasons with the World Football League's Philadelphia Bell.
Graduated from Saint Joseph's University in 1968 with an MS degree in Marketing/Management Science.

Biography

Vincent Francis Papale is an American former professional football player. He played three seasons with the NFL's Philadelphia Eagles from 1976 to 1979, primarily on special teams. Prior to his time in the NFL, Papale played two seasons with the Philadelphia Bell of the World Football League (WFL), where he was a special teams standout.

Born in Glenolden, Pennsylvania, Papale attended Interboro High School, where he lettered in football, basketball, and track and field.