40. Jim Patton

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The New York Giants were a dominant force in the NFL during the late 1950s and early 1960s, with a championship win under their belt. However, the incredible contributions of one of their star players, Jimmy Patton, have largely been forgotten over time.

Patton's skills on the field were undeniable, and he really began to shine during the Giants' 1956 championship win. He continued to improve and impress, leading the league in interceptions with an outstanding 11 in 1958. This marked the first of his five consecutive First Team All-Pro selections and five Pro Bowl appearances, with Patton playing a pivotal role in the Giants' impressive six post-seasons.

Despite his impressive achievements, including a championship title, Jimmy Patton's once-illustrious football career has faded with time. Despite being a standout player with 51 career picks, he has not been inducted into the Hall of Fame, and the odds of that happening seem slim, especially given that he was never even a finalist.



Should Jim Patton be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put him in! - 82.8%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 5.4%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 7.5%
No opinion. - 0%
No way! - 4.3%

The Bullet Points

  • Country of Origin: Greenville, Mississippi, U.S.A.
  • Eligible Since: Friday, 01 January 1971
  • Position: Safety
  • Games Played: 153
  • Notable Statistics: 52 Interceptions
    712 Interception Return Yards
    2 Interception Return Touchdowns
    15 Fumble Recoveries
    -4 Fumble Recovery Yards
    3.5 Quarterback Sacks*
    37 Punt Returns
    143 Punt Return Yards
    1 Punt Return Touchdown
    28 Kick Returns
    735 Kick Return Yards
    1 Kick Return Touchdown
    2 Rushing Attempts
    -1 Rushing Yards
    61 Approximate Value**

    5 Playoff Games
    1 Fumble Recovery
    0 Fumble Recovery Yards
    2 Punt Returns
    26 Punt Return Yards

    *Quarterback Sacks were unofficially calculated by Pro Football Reference from 1960 to 1981
    **Approximate Value was calculated by Pro Football Reference as of 1960.
  • Played For: New York Giants
  • College: Mississippi
  • Drafted: 8th Round, 95th Overall in 1955
  • Major Accolades and Awards: NFL Championships Rings (1) (New York Giants, 1956)
    First Team All-Pro Selection (5) (1958, 1959, 1960, 1961 & 1962)
    Pro Bowl Selections (5) (1958, 1959, 1960, 1961 & 1962)
    Most Interceptions (1) (1958)
  • Other Points of Note: Top Ten Finishes: Approximate Value (1) (1961)
    Top Ten Finishes: Interceptions (6) (1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962 & 1963)
    Top Ten Finishes: Interception Return Yards (4) (1958, 1960, 1961 & 1962)
  • Notable All Time Rankings: 26.  Interceptions: 52
    50.  Interception Return Yards: 712
  • Years Nominated for the Hall of Fame: Never

Should Jim Patton be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put him in! - 82.8%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 5.4%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 7.5%
No opinion. - 0%
No way! - 4.3%
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