Joe Perry

American football player, Hall of Famer

Joe Perry - American football player, Hall of Famer
Born

January 22nd, 1927
98 years ago

Died

2011
14 years ago — 84 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional American football player, he played as a fullback in the National Football League (NFL) primarily for the San Francisco 49ers and the Baltimore Colts. During a career spanning from 1948 to 1963, he was selected as a Pro Bowl player multiple times. He gained recognition for his remarkable rushing ability and was a key player during his tenure. In 1963, he became the first player in NFL history to rush for over 1,000 yards in a single season. His statistics and contributions to the game led to induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1973.

First NFL player to rush for 1,000 yards in a season

Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1973

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