Emil Thomas Banjavic (September 19, 1915 – December 1, 1995) was an American football player.

[1] He was a triple-threat player who was a good kicker, runner, and passer.

[3] He was selected by the Detroit Lions with the 75th pick of the 1942 NFL draft.

"[2] He appeared in 10 NFL games as a back for the Lions during the 1942 season, rushing for 67 yards on 11 carries.

[4] He later worked for an aircraft plant in Arizona and the Railroad Retirement Board in Texas.