Paddy Driscoll
Inducted:
1965
Player Stats
5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)
160 lb (73 kg)
Born:
January 11, 1895
Evanston, Illinois, U.S.
Died:
June 29, 1968
Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Position:
Quarterback
Halfback
Drop kicker
Coach
College:
Northwestern (1915–1916)
Paddy Driscoll was one of the NFL’s earliest stars, known for his versatility, quickness, and football intelligence during the league’s formative years. He played quarterback, halfback, kicker, and even defensive back, making plays all over the field. Driscoll began his pro career with the Chicago Cardinals in 1920 and later starred for the Chicago Bears, earning a reputation as one of the best all-around players of the 1920s.
He led the NFL in scoring in 1923 and was named to multiple All-Pro teams. Known for his accurate drop-kicking and elusive running style, Driscoll was a dangerous scoring threat on any play. After retiring, he coached and contributed to the game in various roles. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1965, recognized as a foundational figure in the NFL’s early years and a true legend of multi-position excellence.
Driscoll's Awards and Honors
- NFL champion (1925)
- 6× First-team All-Pro (1920, 1922, 1923, 1925–1927)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (1924, 1928)
- NFL 1920s All-Decade Team
- Arizona Cardinals Ring of Honor
- 100 greatest Bears of All-Time
- Third-team All-American (1916)
- First-team All-Western (1916)
NFL Records
- NFL scoring leader in 1923 with 78 points
- One of the greatest drop-kickers in NFL history
- Multiple-time All-Pro selection throughout the 1920s
- Key figure in the Chicago Cardinals’ 1925 NFL Championship team
NFL Teams
Hammond All-Stars (1917)
Hammond Pros (1919)
Racine / Chicago Cardinals (1920–1925)
Chicago Bears (1926–1929)
Number Worn:
20, 1, 2
NFL Stats
Seasons:
10 (1920–1929)
Games Played:
114
Touchdowns (rushing + receiving):
25
Field Goals Made:
39
Extra Points Made:
72
Points Scored:
421