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250. Buster Ramsey

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250. Buster Ramsey
Drafted in 1943 in the 14th Round from William & Mary, Buster Ramsey would not join the NFL until 1946 (due to World War II).  He would play all six of seasons in the league with the Chicago Cardinals (the team that drafted him), and in 1947 he would help them win the NFL Championship.  He was named an All-Pro from 1947 to 1950 (two First Teams and two Second Teams), and the two-way Guard was also honored as a 1940's All-Decade Selection.

The Bullet Points

  • Country of Origin: Townsend, Tennessee, U.S.A.
  • Eligible Since: Tuesday, 01 January 1963
  • Position: Guard, Linebacker
  • Games Played: 57
  • Notable Statistics: 7 Interceptions
    48 Interception Return Yards
    4 Fumble Recoveries
    0 Fumble Recovery Yards
    1 Rushing Attempt
    5 Rushing Yards
    1 Kick Return
    0 Kick Return Yards

    2 Playoff Games
    1 Interception
    41 Interception Return Yards
  • Played For: Chicago Cardinals
  • College: William & Mary
  • Drafted: 14th Round, 124th Overall in 1943
  • Major Accolades and Awards:

    NFL Championship (1) (Chicago Cardinals 1947)
    NFL 1940s All-Decade Team
    First Team All-Pro (2) (1948 & 1949)
    Second Team All-Pro (2) (1947 & 1950)

  • Other Points of Note: None.
  • Notable All Time Rankings: None.

Should Buster Ramsey be in the Hall of Fame?

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