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Don McIlhenny

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Position: RB
Date of Birth: November 22, 1934
Height / Weight: 6'0" / 197 lbs
First Team: DET (1956)
Last Team: SF (1961)

Running Back Stats

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Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Don McIlhenny: Career Overview

Date of Birth: November 22, 1934
Position: Running Back (RB)

Career History

  • Detroit Lions (1956)
    • Joined the Lions as a rookie in 1956.
  • Green Bay Packers (1957-1958)
    • Contributed to the Packers' offense during his tenure.
  • Dallas Cowboys (1959)
    • Part of the inaugural season of the Cowboys franchise.
  • San Francisco 49ers (1960-1961)
    • Played his final NFL seasons with the 49ers.

Highlights and Accomplishments

  • McIlhenny was known for his versatility as a running back, contributing both in rushing and receiving.
  • Though he did not achieve major individual accolades, his contributions helped shape the teams he played for during the 1950s and early 1960s.
  • Don was part of the early years of the Dallas Cowboys, a franchise that would go on to become one of the most successful in NFL history.

Legacy

While Don McIlhenny may not be a household name in NFL history, his journey through multiple teams during the formative years of the league highlights the challenges and transitions many players faced during that era. His adaptability and contributions were part of the broader narrative of the NFL's evolution in the late 20th century.

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