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Ewell Doak Walker II (January 1, 1927 – September 27, 1998) was an American football halfback and kicker who played with the Detroit Lions of the National Football League (NFL) for six seasons from 1950 to 1955.
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Doak Walker, a three-time All-America and the 1948 Heisman Trophy winner while at Southern Methodist, brought glowing credentials to pro football when he joined the Detroit Lions in 1950. Yet many National Football League scouts honestly felt that, at 5-11 and 173 pounds, Doak was too small.
Doak Walker epitomized leadership, sportsmanship, and academic and athletic achievement during his storied career at SMU in the late 1940's. Gracing the covers of numerous national magazines, "the Doaker" was a national phenomenon.
Apr 27, 2023 · Discover the inspiring story of Texas HS football legend Doak Walker, from his high school days to his unforgettable college career at SMU and his NFL triumphs.
Doak Walker was one of the most decorated athletes of all time. He was a three-time All-America halfback for Southern Methodist. He won the Maxwell Award in 1947, won the Heisman in 1948, and was named Player of the Year by Collier's Magazine in 1949. Walker played for SMU as a Freshman in 1945.
Aug 6, 2024 · The prestigious Doak Walker Award was created in 1989 to honor the nation’s most outstanding collegiate running back. Named for the 1948 Heisman Trophy winner and three-time All-America selection from SMU, the Doak Walker Award recognizes a football player’s outstanding performance on the field, as well as his achievements in the community ...
Doak Walker. RB | Junior | Southern Methodist University. Walker captured SMU’s first Heisman in 1948 while leading the Mustangs to a 9-1-1 record and a 10th-place poll finish. He is the second junior to win the award. Born in Dallas, Texas, Ewell Doak Walker lettered in five sports at Highland Park High.
Aug 6, 2024 · 2023 Doak Walker Award recipient Ollie Gordon II of Oklahoma State is looking to become just the third two-time award winner behind Ricky Williams (1996-97) and Melvin Gordon (2018-19). Gordon led ...
Dec 8, 2023 · Explore the remarkable journey of Ewell Doak Walker II, a football legend renowned for his extraordinary career with the Detroit Lions and Heisman Trophy triumph at SMU.
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