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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