Lenny Moore
Inducted:
2006

Player Stats
6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
191 lb (87 kg)
Born:
November 25, 1933
Reading, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Position:
Halfback
Flanker
College:
Penn State (1952–1955)
Lenny Moore was one of the most versatile and electrifying players of his era, redefining what it meant to be an offensive weapon in the NFL. Spending his entire career with the Baltimore Colts (1956–1967), Moore thrived as both a running back and receiver, creating matchup nightmares for defenses. His combination of speed, balance, and elusiveness made him a perfect complement to quarterback Johnny Unitas in one of football’s most potent offenses.
Moore helped lead the Colts to two NFL Championships (1958, 1959) and was known for his ability to break long plays from anywhere on the field. His consistency was unmatched — he once scored touchdowns in 18 consecutive games, a record that stood for decades.
Beyond his stats, Moore was admired for his professionalism, resilience, and quiet leadership. Lenny Moore was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1975, forever honored as one of the most dynamic dual-threat players in NFL history.
Moore's Awards and Honors
- 2× NFL champion (1958, 1959)
- 5× First-team All-Pro (1958–1961, 1964)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (1956, 1957)
- 7× Pro Bowl (1956, 1958–1962, 1964)
- 2× Second-team All-American (1954, 1955)
- 3× First-team All-Eastern (1953–1955)
NFL Records
- Scored touchdowns in 18 consecutive games (NFL record for decades)
- Among the first great dual-threat offensive players
- Key member of the Colts’ championship dynasty
- NFL Most Valuable Player (1964)
- NFL Comeback Player of the Year (1964)
- NFL Rookie of the Year (1956)
NFL Teams
Baltimore Colts (1956–1967)
NFL Draft:
1956: 1st round, 9th overall pick
Baltimore Colts
Number Worn:
24
NFL Stats
Seasons:
12 (1956–1967)
Games Played:
143
Game Started:
118
Rushing yards:
5,174
Rushing average:
4.8
Rushing touchdowns:
63
Receptions:
364
Receiving yards:
6,039
Receiving touchdowns:
48

