Don McIlhenny
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| Position: | Halfback | ||||
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| Born: | November 22, 1934 Cleveland, Ohio | ||||
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| College: | Southern Methodist | ||||
| NFL draft: | 1956 / round: 3 / pick: 27 | ||||
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Donald Brookes McIlhenny (born November 22, 1934 in Cleveland, Ohio) is a former American football halfback in the National Football League for the Detroit Lions, Green Bay Packers, Dallas Cowboys, and the San Francisco 49ers. He played college football at Southern Methodist University and was drafted in the third round of the 1956 NFL Draft.
Early years
McIlhenny attended South Houston High School before moving on to Southern Methodist University.
Professional career
Detroit Lions
McIlhenny was selected in the third round (27th overall) of the 1956 NFL Draft by the Detroit Lions.
Green bay Packers
McIlhenny was used at halfback for 4 seasons and led the team in rushing in 1957 with 100 carries for 384 yards. He was also used for kickoff returns.
Dallas Cowboys
McIlhenny was selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the 1960 NFL Expansion Draft, becoming the first starting halfback in franchise history. In the Cowboys 1960 inaugural season, he was second on the team in rushing with 96 carries for 321 yards. He was waived on October 11, 1961.[1]
Personal life
His son Lance McIlhenny played for Southern Methodist University and is the winningest quarterback in school and Southwest Conference history.