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9. Lou Creekmur

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9. Lou Creekmur
An integral part of the Lions three NFL Championships in the 1950s, Offensive Lineman, Lou Creekmur was one of the most durable and versatile players in the history of the National Football League.  Creekmur was an eight-time Pro Bowler who was also a six-time First Team All-Pro.  He would enter the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1996.  Thirteen years later, Creekmur was chosen for the Pride of the Lions in the first class.

The Bullet Points

  • Position: Offensive Guard, Offensive Tackle
  • Acquired: Drafted in the 26th Round, 243rd Overall in the NFL Draft 12/19/49.
  • Departed: Retired after the 1959 Season.
  • Games Played: 116
  • Notable Statistics: 107 Games Started
    3 Fumble Recoveries
    3 Fumble Recoveries
    2 Kick Returns
    23 Kick Return Yards

    6 Playoff Games
  • Major Accolades and Awards: NFL Champion (1952, 1953 & 1957)
    First Team All-Pro (1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1956 & 1957)
    Second Team All-Pro (1955)
    Pro Bowl (1950, 1951, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956 & 1957)
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