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Crow, John David

In an era where football players truly embodied versatility, John David Crow stood out as a genuine...

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"Crow, John David"

In an era where football players truly embodied versatility, John David Crow stood out as a genuine two-way star. Born on July 8, 1935, this Louisiana native brought his incredible talents to the national stage, first as a Heisman Trophy winner at Texas A&M, then as a prolific all-purpose back in the NFL.

CROW JOHN DAVID: John David Crow Heisman Winner from Texas A and M

This series will explore the remarkable career of a gridiron icon. We'll delve into his legendary collegiate years under Bear Bryant, where he captured college football's most coveted award. Then, we'll follow his journey through eleven professional seasons with the Chicago/St. Louis Cardinals and San Francisco 49ers, where he seamlessly transitioned between running back, receiver, and even tight end. Join us as we celebrate the enduring legacy of John David Crow, a player whose toughness and talent transcended eras.

  • DOB: July 08
  • EVENTDAY: July 08
  • FOOTBALL: Heisman Winner
  • FOOTBALL NAME: Crow John David, John David Crow
  • FOOTBALL POSITION: Halfback
  • FOOTBALL TEAM: Arizona Cardinals, Chicago Cardinals, San Francisco 49ers, Texas A&M Aggies
  • NCAAF JERSEY: Number 44
  • NFL JERSEY: Number 44
  • SPORTS: College Football Hall of Fame
  • HASHTAGS: #July08 #HeismanWinner #CrowJohnDavid #JohnDavidCrow #Halfback #ArizonaCardinals #ChicagoCardinals #SanFrancisco49ers #Number44 #CollegeFootballHallofFame
FOOTBALL NAME | Crow John David

"John David Crow Heisman Winner from Texas A and M"

July 8, 1935 - Marion, Louisiana - Texas A&M's famed halfback from 1955 to 1957, John David Crow, was born, and per the National Football Foundation’s bio on John David, had a very auspicious start in college football.
When the Aggies played Southern Methodist in 1955, an A&M sophomore took a punt at his own 40 and promptly lost 30 yards attempting to skirt the perimeter of the SMU defense; that was Crow...