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Younger, Tank

Prepare to delve into the remarkable life and groundbreaking career of Delma "Tank" Younger...

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"Younger, Tank"

Prepare to delve into the remarkable life and groundbreaking career of Delma "Tank" Younger, a true American football legend whose impact stretched far beyond the statistics. This series will explore the journey of a man who not only excelled on the gridiron but also shattered barriers, becoming one of the first African Americans to play in the National Football League in the modern era.

From his powerful collegiate days at Grambling State to his formidable career with the Los Angeles Rams and Pittsburgh Steelers, we'll trace the path of a versatile fullback and linebacker who defied expectations. Discover his on-field prowess, his invaluable contributions to team success, and his enduring legacy as a pioneer who opened doors and paved the way for future generations in professional football.

  • DOB: June 25
  • EVENTDAY: June 25
  • FOOTBALL NAME: Tank Younger, Younger Tank
  • FOOTBALL TEAM: Grambling State Tigers, Los Angeles Rams
  • NCAAF JERSEY: Number 35
  • NFL JERSEY: Number 11, Number 13, Number 35
  • SPORTS: College Football Hall of Fame
  • HASHTAGS: #June25 #TankYounger #YoungerTank #GramblingStateTigers #LosAngelesRams #Number35 #Number11 #Number13 #CollegeFootballHallofFame

FOOTBALL NAME | Younger Tank

"Paul Tank Younger Bully of the Backfield"

June 25, 1928 - Grambling, Louisiana - The stork visited the Younger home on this day as Paul "Tank" Younger, the great Grambling fullback/linebacker from 1945 to 1948, arrived on the scene.
The National Football Foundation has a great bio on Paul, where they say this legend started out as a tackle but the wise old coach Eddie Robinson recognized that this player’s athleticism would best be suited as a playmaker...