257. Jim David

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Known as “The Hatchet” (which is reason enough to rank him on any football list), the small framed Cornerback was one of the most punishing tacklers of his day and a major cog in the wheel of those three NFL Championship Teams in the 1950’s. It is definitely worth noting that Jim David recorded an Interception in all three of those Lions NFL Championships. Seriously, how impressive is that!

David was a six-time Pro Bowl Selection and two-time Second Team All-Pro.

The Bullet Points

Country of Origin: Florence, South Carolina, U.S.A.
Eligible Since: Friday, 01 January 1965
Position: Defensive Back
Games Played: 90
Notable Statistics: 36 Interceptions
259 Interception Return Yards
5 Fumble Recoveries
39 Fumble Recovery Yards
1 Punt Return
0 Punt Return Yards

6 Playoff Games
6 Playoff Games Started
3 Interceptions
43 Interception Return Yards
Played For: Detroit Lions
College: Colorado State
Drafted: 22nd Round, 261st Overall in 1952
Major Accolades and Awards:
NFL Championship (3) (Detroit Lions 1952, 1953 & 1957)
Second Team All-Pro Selection (2) (1954 & 1956)
Pro Bowl Selection (6) (1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958 & 1959)
Other Points of Note:
Top Ten Finishes: Fumble Return Yards (1) (1954)
Top Ten Finishes: Interceptions (3) (1952, 1954 & 1956)
Notable All Time Rankings: None.
Years Nominated for the Hall of Fame: None

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