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Y. A. Tittle
Inducted:
1971
Player Stats
6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
192 lb (87 kg)
Born:
October 24, 1926
Marshall, Texas, U.S.
Died:
October 8, 2017
Stanford, California, U.S.
Position:
Quarterback
College:
LSU (1944-1947)
Y. A. Tittle was one of the NFL’s premier quarterbacks of the 1950s and 1960s, known for his accuracy, leadership, and competitive spirit. Playing for the Baltimore Colts, San Francisco 49ers, and New York Giants, Tittle became a prolific passer who consistently led his teams to winning records and championship contention. He set numerous passing records, including leading the league in touchdown passes multiple seasons, and was renowned for his poise in high-pressure situations.
Tittle’s iconic image, bloodied yet determined in a 1964 game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, symbolizes his toughness and dedication. Over his career, he was a seven-time Pro Bowler and three-time First-Team All-Pro. Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1971, Tittle’s influence helped shape the modern passing game and left a lasting legacy as one of football’s most cerebral and resilient quarterbacks.
Tittle's Awards and Records:
- NFL Most Valuable Player (1963)
- 3× First-team All-Pro (1957, 1962, 1963)
- 7× Pro Bowl (1953, 1954, 1957, 1959, 1961–1963)
- 3× NFL passing touchdowns leader (1955, 1962, 1963)
- 2× NFL completion percentage leader (1957, 1963)
- NFL passer rating leader (1963)
NFL Records:
- 7 touchdown passes in a game
- 3× NFL passing touchdowns leader
- Set multiple single-season passing yard records
- Known for iconic “bloodied” 1964 game symbolizing toughness and perseverance
- Helped popularize the modern vertical passing attack
NFL Teams:
Baltimore Colts (1948–1950)
San Francisco 49ers (1951–1960)
New York Giants (1961–1964)
NFL Draft:
1948: 1st round, 6th overall
Detroit Lions
1951: 1st round, 3rd overall (Redrafted)
San Francisco 49ers
Number Worn:
63, 64, 14
NFL Stats:
Seasons:
17 (1948–1964)
Games Played:
204
Game Started:
152
TD–INT:
242–248
Passing yards:
33,070
Completion percentage:
55.2%
Passer rating:
74.3
Rushing yards:
1,245
Rushing touchdowns:
39
Yale Lary
Inducted:
1979
Player Stats
5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)
185 lb (84 kg)
Born:
November 24, 1930
Fort Worth, Texas, U.S.
Died:
May 11, 2017
Fort Worth, Texas, U.S.
Position:
Safety
Punter
Return specialist
College:
Texas A&M
Yale Lary was one of the most versatile and intelligent players of his era, starring for the Detroit Lions throughout the 1950s and early 1960s. A complete athlete, he excelled as a safety, punter, and return specialist, combining athleticism with sharp football instincts. Lary played a key role in the Lions’ defensive dominance, helping them capture three NFL Championships (1952, 1953, 1957).
As a safety, he recorded 50 interceptions, showcasing his anticipation and field awareness, while as a punter, he consistently flipped field position with accuracy and distance. Renowned for his consistency and leadership, he was named to nine Pro Bowls and multiple All-Pro teams during his 11-season career. Beyond his on-field excellence, Lary was respected for his integrity and football IQ.
He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1979, recognized as one of the most complete players in Detroit Lions history.
Lary's Awards and Records:
- 3× NFL champion (1952, 1953, 1957)
- 3× First-team All-Pro (1956, 1958, 1962)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (1957, 1959)
- 9× Pro Bowl (1953, 1956–1962, 1964)
- NFL 1950s All-Decade Team
NFL Records:
- One of few players to excel as safety, punter, and returner
- Led NFL in punting average three times
- Key defensive leader in Lions’ 1950s championship dynasty
NFL Teams:
Detroit Lions (1952–1953, 1956–1964)
NFL Draft:
1952: 3rd round, 34th overall pick
Detroit Lions
Number Worn:
28
NFL Stats:
Seasons:
11 (1952–1953, 1956–1964)
Games Played:
133
Game Started:
129
Interceptions:
50
Interception yards:
787
Punts:
503
Punting yards:
22,279
Punt Return Touchdowns:
2
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