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| high_school = [[Roger Bacon High School|Roger Bacon]]<br/>[[St. Bernard, Ohio]] |
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* [[Cincinnati Bengals]] ({{NFL Year|1971}})* |
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'''Charles |
'''Charles William''' "'''Cookie'''" '''Brinkman''' (May 26, 1949 – October 24, 2019) was an [[American football]] [[wide receiver]]. He played [[college football]] for the [[Louisville Cardinals football|Louisville Cardinals]] and appeared in one game for the [[Cleveland Browns]] of the [[National Football League]] (NFL) in 1972. |
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==Early life== |
==Early life== |
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Brinkman was born on May 26, 1949 in [[Cincinnati]], [[Ohio]], to Joseph and Helen Brinkman.<ref>{{Cite web | url=https://www.pro-football-reference.com/players/B/BrinCh20.htm | title=Cookie Brinkman Stats | website=[[Pro-Football-Reference.com]] | access-date=September 16, 2023 }}</ref><ref name="obit">{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-miami-herald-obituary-for-charles-w/131912633/|title=Charles W. "Cookie" Brinkman|work=[[Miami Herald]]|date=October 31, 2019|access-date=September 16, 2023|page=A10|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> His father played [[minor league baseball]] in the [[St. Louis Cardinals]] farm system until a broken hand ended his career.<ref name="ready">{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/763567612/?clipping_id=131914437|title=Brinkman ready for rookie camp|work=[[The Cincinnati Post]]|first=Barry|last=Cobb|date=May 14, 1971|access-date=September 16, 2023|page=27|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> |
Brinkman was born on May 26, 1949, in [[Cincinnati]], [[Ohio]], to Joseph and Helen Brinkman.<ref name="pfr">{{Cite web | url=https://www.pro-football-reference.com/players/B/BrinCh20.htm | title=Cookie Brinkman Stats | website=[[Pro-Football-Reference.com]] | access-date=September 16, 2023 }}</ref><ref name="obit">{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-miami-herald-obituary-for-charles-w/131912633/|title=Charles W. "Cookie" Brinkman|work=[[Miami Herald]]|date=October 31, 2019|access-date=September 16, 2023|page=A10|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> His father played [[minor league baseball]] in the [[St. Louis Cardinals]] farm system until a broken hand ended his career.<ref name="ready">{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/763567612/?clipping_id=131914437|title=Brinkman ready for rookie camp|work=[[The Cincinnati Post]]|first=Barry|last=Cobb|date=May 14, 1971|access-date=September 16, 2023|page=27|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> |
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Brinkman attended [[Roger Bacon High School]] |
Brinkman attended [[Roger Bacon High School]] in Cincinnati, starring on the schol's football team under head coach Bron Bacevich.<ref name=ready/> He played at [[defensive back]] until he gained 50 lbs as a [[Senior (education)|senior]] and transitioned to a [[wide receiver]].<ref name=ready/> Brinkman was also a standout in golf, earning all-city honors after helping his team win the [[Greater Cincinnati League]] title as a senior.<ref name=obit/><ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/100701276/?clipping_id=131912944|title=Tigers Net Champs; Bacon Golf Titlist|work=[[The Cincinnati Enquirer]]|date=May 13, 1967|access-date=September 16, 2023|page=23|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> He accepted a [[grant-in-aid]] scholarship to play [[college football]] at [[Louisville Cardinals football|Louisville]], following in the footsteps of his brother Gerard.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/763350270/?clipping_id=131912226|title=Kings Mills Senior Runs Fast Two-Mile|work=[[The Cincinnati Post]]|first=Joe|last=Quinn|date=May 2, 1967|access-date=September 16, 2023|page=19|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref><ref name="wanted">{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/107078614/?clipping_id=131923555|title=Cincinnati on Brinkman's Wanted List|work=[[The Courier-Journal]]|first=Jim|last=Bolus|date=November 4, 1969|access-date=September 16, 2023|page=22|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> |
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==College career== |
==College career== |
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Brinkman played for the [[freshman]] team at Louisville in 1967.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/763295143/?match=1&clipping_id=131912346|title=Sensibaugh Continues To Shine as Collegian|work=[[The Cincinnati Post]]|first=Joe|last=Quinn|date=November 2, 1967|access-date=September 16, 2023|page=7|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> He joined the varsity team as a [[sophomore]], playing the [[tight end]] position.<ref name="punt">{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/763385830/?clipping_id=131913391|title=Fumbles Prove Costly For Princeton Squad|work=[[The Cincinnati Post]]|first=Joe|last=Quinn|date=October 15, 1968|access-date=September 16, 2023|page=21|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> Brinkman also took over [[Punt (gridiron football)|punting]] duties after an injury to Wally Oyler |
Brinkman played for the [[freshman]] team at Louisville in 1967.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/763295143/?match=1&clipping_id=131912346|title=Sensibaugh Continues To Shine as Collegian|work=[[The Cincinnati Post]]|first=Joe|last=Quinn|date=November 2, 1967|access-date=September 16, 2023|page=7|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> He joined the varsity team as a [[sophomore]], playing the [[tight end]] position.<ref name="punt">{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/763385830/?clipping_id=131913391|title=Fumbles Prove Costly For Princeton Squad|work=[[The Cincinnati Post]]|first=Joe|last=Quinn|date=October 15, 1968|access-date=September 16, 2023|page=21|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> Brinkman also took over [[Punt (gridiron football)|punting]] duties after an injury to Wally Oyler.<ref name=punt/><ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/763484763/?clipping_id=131913945|title=Cincinnati Provides Standout Punters|work=[[The Cincinnati Post]]|first=Joe|last=Quinn|date=October 22, 1968|access-date=September 16, 2023|page=19|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> In his punting debut, he recorded punts of 59 and 47 yards.<ref name=punt/> The following week, Brinkman recorded an 89-yard punt against [[Tulsa Golden Hurricane football|Tulsa]] which pinned them inside the 10-yard line and resulted in a [[Safety (gridiron football score)|safety]] a few plays later.<ref name=punt/> Louisville head coach [[Frank Camp]] called his punt "the turning point" of their 16–7 victory.<ref name="kick">{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/109540363/?clipping_id=131974535|title=U of L Gets Kick in Win|work=[[The Courier-Journal]]|first=Marvin N.|last=Gay Jr.|date=October 13, 1968|access-date=September 17, 2023|page=31|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> It set a new school record, far surpassing the previous mark of 65 yards,<ref name=kick/> and ended up being the longest punt in the nation that season.<ref name=ready/> Brinkman was named the [[Missouri Valley Conference]] (MVC) offensive player of the week for his performance.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/109507243/?clipping_id=131928614|title=Brinkman, Lee Earn Missouri Valley Kudos|work=[[The Courier-Journal]]|date=October 16, 1968|access-date=September 16, 2023|page=27|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> As a [[Junior (education year)|junior]] in 1969, Brinkman emerged as Louisville's leading receiver, making 25 catches for 357 yards and five touchdowns.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/109535526/?clipping_id=131930716|title=Is Corso a Quitter? Ask Tulsa!|work=[[The Courier-Journal]]|first=George|last=Rorrer|date=August 30, 1970|access-date=September 16, 2023|page=191|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> He caught two touchdowns in a 31–21 defeat to his hometown team, [[Cincinnati Bearcats football|Cincinnati]].<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/404879470/?clipping_id=131979495|title=UC Rallies To Whip Louisville|work=[[Dayton Daily News]]|date=November 9, 1969|access-date=September 17, 2023|page=70|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> |
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Ahead of his senior season, Brinkman was elected [[team captain]] by his teammates.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/109533656/?clipping_id=131910927|title=Cookie Brinkman Named To Captain U of L Football|work=[[The Courier-Journal]]|date=April 24, 1970|access-date=September 16, 2023|page=9|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> |
Ahead of his senior season, Brinkman was elected [[team captain]] by his teammates.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/109533656/?clipping_id=131910927|title=Cookie Brinkman Named To Captain U of L Football|work=[[The Courier-Journal]]|date=April 24, 1970|access-date=September 16, 2023|page=9|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> The Cardinals were picked to finish last in the conference in the coaches' preseason poll.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/429580946/?clipping_id=131976422|title=Louisville Pegged For MVC Cellar, But Corso Disagrees|work=[[The Sun-Democrat]]|first=Warren|last=Wintrode|date=September 9, 1970|access-date=September 17, 2023|page=28|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> However, they won the conference title after going undefeated in conference play.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/694098578/?clipping_id=131977109|title=Missouri Valley's Best Eyes Pasadena Bowl|work=[[The Wichita Beacon]]|date=November 30, 1970|access-date=September 17, 2023|page=10|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> Louisville earned a berth to the [[Pasadena Bowl]], where Brinkman seemingly caught the game-winning touchdown pass from Cardinals [[running back]] Tom Jesukaitis on a broken play, though it was called back due to an [[illegal forward pass]].<ref name="tie">{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/384789547/?clipping_id=131977680|title=New Tie-up Clicks, but Tie Score Doesn't|work=[[Los Angeles Times]]|first=Shav|last=Glick|date=December 20, 1970|access-date=September 17, 2023|page=56|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> The game ended in a 24–24 tie.<ref name=tie/> |
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Brinkman finished his senior season with a team-high 48 catches for 647 yards and four touchdowns,<ref name="grad">{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/100992827/?clipping_id=131927593|title=Bengals Sign Bacon Grad|work=[[The Cincinnati Enquirer]]|date=March 17, 1971|access-date=September 16, 2023|page=28|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> earning a unanimous selection to the all-MVC team as well as honorable mention All-American honors from the [[Associated Press]].<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/888704227/?clipping_id=131925172|title=TU Lands Pair on All-Valley|work=[[Tulsa World]]|date=December 4, 1970|access-date=September 16, 2023|page=50|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/110146755/?clipping_id=131925558|title=Stillwagon, Tatum join elite|work=[[The Courier-Journal]]|date=December 11, 1970|access-date=September 16, 2023|page=43|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> He also recorded 26 punts for 853 yards, averaging 32.8 yards per punt.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/110187198/?clipping_id=131926494|title=Final U of L figures|work=[[The Courier-Journal]]|date=December 25, 1970|access-date=September 16, 2023|page=60|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> Brinkman was named the team's most outstanding senior.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/109848922/?clipping_id=131974919|title=Jones named U of L football champions' 'most valuable'|work=[[The Courier-Journal]]|date=December 5, 1970|access-date=September 17, 2023|page=22|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> |
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He was named an honorable mention All-American at tight end by the [[Associated Press]]. |
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==Professional career== |
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After going unselected in the [[1971 NFL draft]], Brinkman was signed by the [[Cincinnati Bengals]] as an [[undrafted free agent]].<ref name=grad/> However, he did not make the final roster, as he was cut in July.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/787393240/?clipping_id=131931367|title=Bengals Acquire Defensive End|work=[[The Herald-Sun]]|date=July 17, 1971|access-date=September 16, 2023|page=14|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> Brinkman signed with the [[Cleveland Browns]] soon afterwards and was converted from a tight end to a wide receiver.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/763999603/?clipping_id=131932291|title=Steeler lineman walks out|work=[[The Cincinnati Post]]|date=July 26, 1971|access-date=September 16, 2023|page=18|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/292716193/?clipping_id=131932374|title=Carter gets nod over Greg Cook for Dolphins game|work=[[Chillicothe Gazette]]|date=August 6, 1971|access-date=September 16, 2023|page=6|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> He caught a 42-yard pass from [[Bill Nelson]] in a preseason win over the [[New York Giants]].<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/107964791/?clipping_id=131932726|title=Chiefs tie Cards; Dolphins, Bills victors|work=[[The Courier-Journal]]|date=September 5, 1971|access-date=September 16, 2023|page=31|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> Brinkman was placed on the Browns' [[practice squad]] a few days later.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/104446205/?clipping_id=131932890|title=Barnes Among 3 Browns Taxied|work=[[The Cincinnati Enquirer]]|date=September 9, 1971|access-date=September 16, 2023|page=63|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> He was cut two weeks later, however, due to the acquisition of another receiver, [[Frank Pitts]].<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/292712635/?clipping_id=131933320|title=Brinkman trying to earn spot with Browns|work=[[Chillicothe Gazette]]|date=July 19, 1972|access-date=September 16, 2023|page=23|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> |
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After cutting his weight and improving his speed, Brinkman was invited back to try out for the Cleveland Browns in 1972.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/685000519/?clipping_id=131935242|title=Brinkman Rates Second Look|work=[[Lexington Herald-Leader]]|date=August 1, 1972|access-date=September 17, 2023|page=12|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> He was released on September 12 during final roster cuts and signed to the practice squad.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/152624102/?clipping_id=131935307|title=Kellermann Is Cut By Browns|work=[[Akron Beacon Journal]]|date=September 12, 1972|access-date=September 17, 2023|page=8|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/152292713/?match=1&clipping_id=131935430|title=Howell Released By Browns|work=[[Akron Beacon Journal]]|date=October 17, 1972|access-date=September 17, 2023|page=34|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> Brinkman was activated in December for one game against the Cincinnati Bengals.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/104660499/?match=1&clipping_id=131935814|title=With All Else, Cleveland Brings Own Weather, Too!|work=|first=Dick|last=Forbes|date=December 9, 1972|access-date=September 17, 2023|page=33|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/152411953/?clipping_id=131935852|title=Taxi Squad Operates In Shadows|work=[[Akron Beacon Journal]]|date=December 14, 1972|access-date=September 17, 2023|page=84|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> He recorded no statistics and returned to the practice squad. |
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In May 1973, Brinkman signed with the [[Buffalo Bills]].<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/717195566/?clipping_id=131935931|title=Bills Get Cornell for Draft Pick|work=[[Oakland Tribune]]|date=May 30, 1973|access-date=September 17, 2023|page=61|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> He blocked a [[Chester Marcol]] field goal attempt in a preseason loss to the [[Green Bay Packers]].<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/871831964/?clipping_id=131936220|title=Bills DO Have An Offense, O.J. And Saban Agree|work=[[The Buffalo News]]|first=Larry|last=Felser|date=August 13, 1973|access-date=September 17, 2023|page=49|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> However, he broke his arm the following week in the [[Kickoff (gridiron football)|kickoff]] of their game against the [[Washington Redskins]] and was placed on [[injured reserve]].<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/871881855/?clipping_id=131936257|title=Bills' McConnell Confident He Can Play Tight End|work=[[The Buffalo News]]|first=Larry|last=Felser|date=August 22, 1973|access-date=September 17, 2023|page=49|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/110178710/?clipping_id=131936329|title=Roll call|work=[[The Courier-Journal]]|date=August 22, 1973|access-date=September 17, 2023|page=7|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> |
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Brinkman participated in the [[1974 NFL strike]], picketing with several of his Bills' teammates.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/61414015/?clipping_id=131961514|title=O.J. to walk picket line|work=[[The Sun-Telegram]]|date=July 9, 1974|access-date=September 17, 2023|page=25|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> He attended unofficial "bootleg training camp" workouts hosted by team veterans in July.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/872296861/?clipping_id=131968976|title=Bills Sweat Semi-Officially During Bootleg Workouts|work=[[The Buffalo News]]|first=Larry|last=Felser|date=July 23, 1974|access-date=September 17, 2023|page=15|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> On August 6, Brinkman became the second Bills veteran to report to training camp, after [[Bo Cornell]].<ref name="brink">{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/872385579/?clipping_id=131969431|title=Cookie's on the Brink, Decides to Report|work=[[The Buffalo News]]|first=Alan|last=Pergament|date=August 6, 1974|access-date=September 17, 2023|page=11|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> In explaining his decision, he said: "I'm putting more on the line than anybody else on the team. I'm losing my job by staying out of camp and I know it."<ref name=brink/> Brinkman, who was trying out as a [[Safety (gridiron football position)|safety]], was waived a few weeks later.<ref name=brink/><ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/108062312/?clipping_id=131936315|title=Roll call|work=[[The Courier-Journal]]|date=August 23, 1974|access-date=September 17, 2023|page=9|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> |
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==Personal life== |
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Brinkman was given the nickname "Cookie" by his older brother Gerard, who was 18 months older and could not properly pronounce "Charlie".<ref name="wanted">{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/107078614/?clipping_id=131923555|title=Cincinnati on Brinkman's Wanted List|work=[[The Courier-Journal]]|first=Jim|last=Bolus|date=November 4, 1969|access-date=September 16, 2023|page=22|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref> He also had two younger brothers named Joey and Jimmy.<ref name=wanted/> A cousin of his, Jacob Ungruhe, played football at [[Morehead State Eagles football|Morehead State]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://msueagles.com/sports/football/roster/jacob-ungruhe/6624|title=Jacob Ungruhe|publisher=Morehead State Eagles Athletics|access-date=September 17, 2023|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221028020259/https://msueagles.com/sports/football/roster/jacob-ungruhe/6624|archive-date=October 28, 2022|url-status=live}}</ref> |
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Brinkman married Amy Dalli and they had two children: Charles and Melissa.<ref name=obit/> Their son, Charles "Chip" Brinkman, was a star football and basketball player at [[Clearwater Central Catholic High School]] in [[Clearwater, Florida]], before playing college football at [[Wake Forest Demon Deacons football|Wake Forest]].<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/341825363/?clipping_id=131924260|title=Brinkman Makes Impression In First Season|work=[[The Tampa Tribune]]|first=Lee|last=Diekemper|date=August 31, 2003|access-date=September 16, 2023|page=46|via=[[Newspapers.com]]}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://godeacs.com/sports/football/roster/chip-brinkman/2062|title=Chip Brinkman|publisher=Wake Forest Demon Deacons Athletics|access-date=September 17, 2023|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230917015040/https://godeacs.com/sports/football/roster/chip-brinkman/2062|archive-date=September 17, 2023|url-status=live}}</ref> |
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As of 2009, Brinkman was the vice president of marketing at ASI Building Products in [[Tampa, Florida]].<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.tampabay.com/archive/2009/02/22/the-ripple-effect/|title=The ripple effect|work=[[St. Petersburg Times]]|first=Marlene|last=Skol|date=February 22, 2009|access-date=September 17, 2023|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230917085412/https://www.tampabay.com/archive/2009/02/22/the-ripple-effect/|archive-date=September 17, 2023|url-status=live}}</ref> He later became the vice president of sales at [[Alcoa]].<ref name=obit/> Brinkman died on October 24, 2019.<ref name=pfr/> |
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==References== |
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[[Category:Louisville Cardinals football players]] |
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Position: | Wide receiver | ||
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Born: | Cincinnati, Ohio, U.S. | May 26, 1949||
Died: | October 24, 2019 | (aged 70)||
Height: | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) | ||
Weight: | 208 lb (94 kg) | ||
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High school: | Roger Bacon (St. Bernard, Ohio) | ||
College: | Louisville (1967–1970) | ||
Undrafted: | 1971 | ||
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Player stats at NFL.com · PFR |
Charles William "Cookie" Brinkman (May 26, 1949 – October 24, 2019) was an American football wide receiver. He played college football for the Louisville Cardinals and appeared in one game for the Cleveland Browns of the National Football League (NFL) in 1972.
Early life
Brinkman was born on May 26, 1949, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to Joseph and Helen Brinkman.[1][2] His father played minor league baseball in the St. Louis Cardinals farm system until a broken hand ended his career.[3]
Brinkman attended Roger Bacon High School in Cincinnati, starring on the schol's football team under head coach Bron Bacevich.[3] He played at defensive back until he gained 50 lbs as a senior and transitioned to a wide receiver.[3] Brinkman was also a standout in golf, earning all-city honors after helping his team win the Greater Cincinnati League title as a senior.[2][4] He accepted a grant-in-aid scholarship to play college football at Louisville, following in the footsteps of his brother Gerard.[5][6]
College career
Brinkman played for the freshman team at Louisville in 1967.[7] He joined the varsity team as a sophomore, playing the tight end position.[8] Brinkman also took over punting duties after an injury to Wally Oyler.[8][9] In his punting debut, he recorded punts of 59 and 47 yards.[8] The following week, Brinkman recorded an 89-yard punt against Tulsa which pinned them inside the 10-yard line and resulted in a safety a few plays later.[8] Louisville head coach Frank Camp called his punt "the turning point" of their 16–7 victory.[10] It set a new school record, far surpassing the previous mark of 65 yards,[10] and ended up being the longest punt in the nation that season.[3] Brinkman was named the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) offensive player of the week for his performance.[11] As a junior in 1969, Brinkman emerged as Louisville's leading receiver, making 25 catches for 357 yards and five touchdowns.[12] He caught two touchdowns in a 31–21 defeat to his hometown team, Cincinnati.[13]
Ahead of his senior season, Brinkman was elected team captain by his teammates.[14] The Cardinals were picked to finish last in the conference in the coaches' preseason poll.[15] However, they won the conference title after going undefeated in conference play.[16] Louisville earned a berth to the Pasadena Bowl, where Brinkman seemingly caught the game-winning touchdown pass from Cardinals running back Tom Jesukaitis on a broken play, though it was called back due to an illegal forward pass.[17] The game ended in a 24–24 tie.[17]
Brinkman finished his senior season with a team-high 48 catches for 647 yards and four touchdowns,[18] earning a unanimous selection to the all-MVC team as well as honorable mention All-American honors from the Associated Press.[19][20] He also recorded 26 punts for 853 yards, averaging 32.8 yards per punt.[21] Brinkman was named the team's most outstanding senior.[22]
Professional career
After going unselected in the 1971 NFL draft, Brinkman was signed by the Cincinnati Bengals as an undrafted free agent.[18] However, he did not make the final roster, as he was cut in July.[23] Brinkman signed with the Cleveland Browns soon afterwards and was converted from a tight end to a wide receiver.[24][25] He caught a 42-yard pass from Bill Nelson in a preseason win over the New York Giants.[26] Brinkman was placed on the Browns' practice squad a few days later.[27] He was cut two weeks later, however, due to the acquisition of another receiver, Frank Pitts.[28]
After cutting his weight and improving his speed, Brinkman was invited back to try out for the Cleveland Browns in 1972.[29] He was released on September 12 during final roster cuts and signed to the practice squad.[30][31] Brinkman was activated in December for one game against the Cincinnati Bengals.[32][33] He recorded no statistics and returned to the practice squad.
In May 1973, Brinkman signed with the Buffalo Bills.[34] He blocked a Chester Marcol field goal attempt in a preseason loss to the Green Bay Packers.[35] However, he broke his arm the following week in the kickoff of their game against the Washington Redskins and was placed on injured reserve.[36][37]
Brinkman participated in the 1974 NFL strike, picketing with several of his Bills' teammates.[38] He attended unofficial "bootleg training camp" workouts hosted by team veterans in July.[39] On August 6, Brinkman became the second Bills veteran to report to training camp, after Bo Cornell.[40] In explaining his decision, he said: "I'm putting more on the line than anybody else on the team. I'm losing my job by staying out of camp and I know it."[40] Brinkman, who was trying out as a safety, was waived a few weeks later.[40][41]
Personal life
Brinkman was given the nickname "Cookie" by his older brother Gerard, who was 18 months older and could not properly pronounce "Charlie".[6] He also had two younger brothers named Joey and Jimmy.[6] A cousin of his, Jacob Ungruhe, played football at Morehead State.[42]
Brinkman married Amy Dalli and they had two children: Charles and Melissa.[2] Their son, Charles "Chip" Brinkman, was a star football and basketball player at Clearwater Central Catholic High School in Clearwater, Florida, before playing college football at Wake Forest.[43][44]
As of 2009, Brinkman was the vice president of marketing at ASI Building Products in Tampa, Florida.[45] He later became the vice president of sales at Alcoa.[2] Brinkman died on October 24, 2019.[1]
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