Tommy Wilson (American football) facts for kids
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| Born: | September 1, 1932 Stamford, Connecticut |
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| Died: | December 31, 2006 (aged 74) Pittsburg, California |
| Career information | |
| Position(s) | Running back |
| Height | 6 ft 0 in (183 cm) |
| Weight | 203 lb (92 kg) |
| College | None |
| Career history | |
| As player | |
| 1956–1961 | Los Angeles Rams |
| 1962 | Cleveland Browns |
| 1963 | Minnesota Vikings |
| Career highlights and awards | |
| Pro Bowls | 1 |
Thomas Lee Wilson (born September 1, 1932 – died December 31, 2006) was an American professional American football player. He was known for playing as a running back in the National Football League (NFL).
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Playing Professional Football
Tom Wilson played football for eight seasons in the NFL. He was a running back, which is a player who primarily carries the ball and tries to run past the opposing team to score points. Running backs are often strong and fast.
Teams Tom Wilson Played For
Tom Wilson played for three different teams during his career:
- From 1956 to 1961, he played for the Los Angeles Rams.
- In 1962, he joined the Cleveland Browns.
- In 1963, he played for the Minnesota Vikings.
College Football Experience
Unlike many professional football players, Tom Wilson did not play college football. He went straight into professional sports.
Family Life
Tom Wilson's son, Steve Wilson, also became a professional football player. Steve played for ten seasons in the NFL, following in his father's footsteps.
