Bill Dudley, Class of 1966

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1951 Bowman football card featuring Bill Dudley.

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Although versatile and extrememly efficient as a runner, Dudley <i>(35)</i> was also used as a blocker during his years with the Detroit Lions. He is seen here clearing the way against the Washington Redskins.

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Dudley, seen here in a rare moment of rest with the Washington Redskins, concluded his 9-year NFL career with 8,257 combined net yards, 478 points, and 23 INTs.

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Dudley's finest season came in 1946 when he was named the NFL's MVP and won the rare "triple crown" (NFL rushing, interception, punt return titles).

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Bill Dudley's Hall of Fame Mural.

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Bill Dudley's Hall of Fame Bust.

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Bill Dudley was Virginia's first All-America in 1942.

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Dudley was the Steelers' No. 1 draft choice in 1942.

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Dudley earned the moniker "Bullet Bill." He rushed for a 55-yard TD in his first professional game.

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Bill Dudley was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1966.

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Dudley regularly returned to Canton during Enshrinement Festival weekends to welcome the newest members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame.