Paul Lowe was undrafted in 1959, but the San Francisco 49ers gave him a shot in training camp. Lowe did not make the team, but in 1960, the American Football League opened, and many more opportunities opened up. The Halfback from Oregon State had a new outlet for his skills, and he made the most of it.
Fred Dean was one of the best defensive players in Louisiana Tech history, and his work landed him a Second Round Pick with the San Diego Chargers in 1975.
In terms of versatility, Gill Byrd is one of the greatest Defensive Backs in Chargers’ history.
A 1998 Supplemental Draft Pick from Oklahoma State, Jamal Williams had a slow start in his pro career.