Billy Vessels
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Position: RB
Date of Birth: March 22, 1931
Height / Weight: 6'0" / 190 lbs
First Team: BAL (1956)
Last Team: BAL (1956)
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Career Summary
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
Billy Vessels - Career Overview
Position: Running Back (RB)Date of Birth: March 22, 1931
Career History
- Team: Baltimore Colts (BAL)
- Years Active: 1956
Highlights and Accomplishments
- Drafted in the first round of the 1956 NFL Draft by the Baltimore Colts.
- Vessels was known for his agility and speed, making significant contributions to the team's running game during his short career.
- He was a standout player in college, winning the prestigious Heisman Trophy in 1952 while playing for the University of Oklahoma, where he was a key figure in the team's success.
- Before joining the NFL, he was a consensus All-American in college football.
Legacy
Billy Vessels is remembered for his impactful college career, particularly for being one of the early Heisman Trophy winners. Although his time in the NFL was brief, he remains a notable figure in football history due to his collegiate achievements.Source: gpt-4o-mini
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