Mel Groomes


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Position: RB
Date of Birth: March 6, 1927
Height / Weight: 6'0" / 178 lbs
First Team: DET (1948)
Last Team: DET (1949)

Running Back Stats

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Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Mel Groomes - Career Summary

Position: Running Back (RB)
Date of Birth: March 6, 1927

Professional Career

  • Team: Detroit Lions
  • Years Active: 1948 - 1949

Career Highlights

  • Played for the Detroit Lions in the late 1940s, contributing to the team during its early years in the NFL.
  • Participated in the 1948 NFL season, which was notable for the Lions as they were building a foundation for future success.
  • Groomes played a key role as a running back during a time when the game was evolving into a more dynamic format.

Additional Information

  • Details about individual statistics and accomplishments during his playing career are limited, reflecting the era in which he played.
  • Groomes' contributions helped pave the way for future generations of players in the running back position.

While Mel Groomes may not be a household name, his tenure with the Detroit Lions during the formative years of the NFL contributes to the rich history of the league.

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