Ollie Matson

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Full Name: Ollie Genoa Matson Primary Position: DB/DHB/FB/HB/OHB/S Height/Weight: 6' 2"/220 College: City College of San Francisco, University of San Francisco Birthdate: May 1, 1930 High School: George Washington (San Francisco, CA) Birthplace: Trinity, Texas Pro Experience: 14 years Hall of Fame

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Ollie Matson (Ollie Genoa Matson) was born on May 1, 1930 in Trinity, Texas. After going to high school at George Washington (San Francisco, CA), Matson attended City College of San Francisco and the University of San Francisco. Matson made his professional debut in the NFL in 1952 with the Chicago Cardinals. He played for the Chicago Cardinals, Los Angeles Rams, Philadelphia Eagles and Detroit Lions over the course of his 14 year career.

Most people believe that 1954 was Ollie Matson's best year, as he ran for 506 yards, ran in 4 TDs, had 611 receiving yards, ran back a punt for a touchdown, had 449 kick return yards and ran back a kickoff for a touchdown.

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• Won the Pro Bowl MVP in 1955

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