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37. Gail Cogdill

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37. Gail Cogdill
Gail Cogdill arrived in Detroit with a boom in 1960 as he was named the Offensive Rookie of the Year.  The Washington State alumni made three Pro Bowls as a Lion and caught over 5,000 Yards worth of passes, which was a very good number for the 1960s.

The Bullet Points

  • Position: Wide Receiver
  • Acquired: Drafted in the 6th Round, 63rd Overall in the NFL Draft 11/30/59.
  • Departed: Placed on Waivers in October in 1968.
  • Games Played: 103
  • Notable Statistics: 95 Games Started
    325 Receptions
    5,221 Receiving Yards
    28 Receiving Touchdowns
    2 Rushing Attempts
    -2 Rushing Yards
    1 Kick Return
    4 Kick Return Yards
    56 Approximate Value

    No Playoff Games
  • Major Accolades and Awards: Second Team All-Pro (1962, 1963 & 1964)
    Pro Bowl (1960, 1962 & 1963)
    UPI Rookie of the Year (1960)
    The Sporting News Rookie of the Year (1960)
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