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Jerry Stovall LSU Legendary Halfback

Born April 30, 1941, in West Monroe, Louisiana, was the LSU Tigers two-way halfback and defensive back...

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FOOTBALL NAME | Jerry Stovall

"Jerry Stovall LSU Legendary Halfback"

Last updated 📅 2025-04-30

Born April 30, 1941, in West Monroe, Louisiana, was the LSU Tigers two-way halfback and defensive back from 1960 to 1962, Jerry Stovall.

The FootballFoundation.org sings the praises of Stovall indicating that he was unanimous All-America selection in 1962, Jerry Stovall was a literal "Mr. Everything" for LSU, playing halfback, leading his team in rushing and receiving and handling punting duties during his three years in Baton Rouge. What a player this guy was, he finished at LSU with 1,071 yards and 13 touchdowns on the ground, adding 462 yards and one touchdown receiving.

Jerry also held the LSU record for highest punting average (42.1) in a season, amassing 165 attempts for 6,477 yards by career's end. Stovall gained nearly 700 return yards on special teams and recorded seven interceptions as a defensive standout. Jerry Stovall was honored with induction into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2008 after the National Football Foundation tallied their votes. He wore the Number 21 Jersey with LSU.

  • EVENTDAY: April 30
  • FOOTBALL NAME: Jerry Stovall
  • FOOTBALL POSITION: Defensive Back, Punter, Safety
  • FOOTBALL TEAM: LSU Tigers, St. Louis Cardinals
  • NCAAF JERSEY: Number 21
  • SPORTS: College Football Hall of Fame

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