In 1936, the first NFL Draft took place, and with the 7th Overall Pick, the Green Bay Packers selected Russ Letlow out of the University of San Francisco. Historically speaking, this gave him the honor of being the first choice of the most storied team in the National Football League. Letlow would be a two-time Pro Bowler and a two-time NFL Champion with the Packers, the only team he ever played for professionally. Multiple publications would name Letlow an All-Pro every year from 1937 to 1940, and he was chosen for the 1930's All-Decade Team.
243. Russ Letlow
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The Bullet Points
- Country of Origin: Dinuba, California, U.S.A.
- Eligible Since: Tuesday, 01 January 1963
- Position: Guard, Offensive Tackle
- Games Played: 71
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Notable Statistics: 30 Games Started
2 Playoff Games
2 Playoff Games Started - Played For: Green Bay Packers
- College: KentuckySan Francisco
- Drafted: 1st Round, 7th Overall in 1936
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Major Accolades and Awards:
NFL Championships (2) (Green Bay Packers 1936 & 1939)
NFL 1930s All-Decade Team
Pro Bowl Selection (2) (1938 & 1939) - Other Points of Note: None
- Notable All Time Rankings: None
- Years Nominated for the Hall of Fame: None
Should Russ Letlow be in the Hall of Fame?
Definitely put him in! - 75%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 0%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 0%
No opinion. - 0%
No way! - 25%
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