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Ollie Matson

Ollie Matson

Halfback

Eagles Career: 1964-66 | Eagles Hall of Fame Induction: 1987 | Pro Football Hall of Fame Inductee: 1972

In his career with Chicago, Los Angeles, Detroit, and Philadelphia, Matson compiled some very impressive numbers – 12,844 combined net yards and 5,173 yards rushing. He was selected to five Pro Bowls and earned MVP honors for his effort in the 1956 Pro Bowl. Matson was traded to the Rams by the Chicago Cardinals for nine players in 1959. The speedy halfback was also a medal winner in track at the 1952 Olympics.

YEAR-BY-YEAR

1964: In his age 34 season, Matson played in 12 games for the Eagles and had 404 rushing yards and four touchdowns. He also added 242 receiving yards and one score, finishing second in AP Comeback Player of the Year voting.

1965: Matson played in 14 games and had 22 carries for 103 yards and three total touchdowns.

1966: In his final season, Matson played in 14 games and had 101 rushing yards and one touchdown on the ground. He added one receiving touchdown.

  • Pro Football Hall of Famer
  • 6-time Pro Bowl selection (0 with Eagles)
  • 5-time All-Pro selection (0 with Eagles)
  • Hall of Fame All-1950s Team