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Lou Sossamon

Sossamon pictured c. 1943 at the University of South Carolina
Position:	Center/linebacker
Personal information
Born:	(1921-06-02)June 2, 1921 Gaffney, South Carolina
Died:	February 11, 2019(2019-02-11) (aged 97)
Height:	6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
Weight:	207 lb (94 kg)
Career information
High school:	Gaffney (SC)
College:	South Carolina
NFL Draft:	1943 / Round: 6 / Pick: 47
Career history
New York Yankees (1946–1948)
Career NFL statistics
Player stats at NFL.com
Player stats at PFR

Louis Cody Sossamon was an American football player. He was born on June 2, 1921, and passed away on February 11, 2019. Lou played as a center and a linebacker. These are important positions in football! He played professionally for the New York Yankees team for three seasons.

Lou Sossamon's Football Journey

Lou Sossamon had a great career in American football. He was known for playing two key positions: center and linebacker. A center is the player who snaps the ball to the quarterback. A linebacker is a defensive player who helps stop the other team.

College Football Days

Before playing professionally, Lou Sossamon played college football. He attended the University of South Carolina. There, he was a part of the South Carolina Gamecocks team. Playing college sports is a big step for many athletes. It helps them get ready for professional leagues.

Professional Career

After college, Lou Sossamon joined the professional ranks. He played for the New York Yankees football team. He was with the Yankees for three seasons. These seasons were from 1946 to 1948. Playing professional football means competing at the highest level.

Special Recognition

Lou Sossamon received special honors for his football skills. He was inducted into two important groups. These were the University of South Carolina Hall of Fame. He also joined the South Carolina State Athletic Hall of Fame. Being in a Hall of Fame means you are recognized as one of the best. It's a huge honor for any athlete.