Popular Post mamasa Posted October 9, 2018 Popular Post Posted October 9, 2018 George Taliaferro dies at 91 Josh Alper 35 mins ago © George Taliaferro Sport Association George Taliaferro, who was the first African-American drafted by an NFL team, has died at the age of 91. The announcement of his death was made by the George Taliaferro Sport Association on Monday night. Taliaferro grew up in Indiana and starred on the University of Indiana’s only undefeated team before a stint in the United States Army in 1946. He made history when he was drafted by the Bears in the 13th round of the 1949 draft, but opted to play in the All-American Football Conference with the Los Angeles Dons. He was named rookie of the year and then moved to the NFL with the New York Yankees in 1950. He also played for the Dallas Texans, Baltimore Colts and Philadelphia Eagles before retiring in 1955. Taliaferro made three Pro Bowls while rushing 498 times for 2,266 yards and catching 95 passes for 1,300 yards. He scored 27 total touchdowns. He returned to work for the University of Indiana after retirement. Our condolences go out to his loved ones on their loss. ThompsonHoosier, Hoosier Roots, Stuhoo and 9 others 10 1 1 Quote
Class of '66 Old Fart Posted October 9, 2018 Posted October 9, 2018 Every so often, Doyel gets it right. This is definitely well worth your time to read. Quite an amazing man. https://www.indystar.com/story/sports/columnists/gregg-doyel/2015/03/09/doyel-george-taliaferros-amazing-life/24651887/ LamarCheeks, moyemayhem, ALASKA HOOSIER and 3 others 5 1 Quote
Stromboli Posted October 9, 2018 Posted October 9, 2018 46 minutes ago, Class of '66 Old Fart said: Every so often, Doyel gets it right. This is definitely well worth your time to read. Quite an amazing man. https://www.indystar.com/story/sports/columnists/gregg-doyel/2015/03/09/doyel-george-taliaferros-amazing-life/24651887/ Neat article. I'm disappointed I didn't know of George until now. I did know of his wife, Judge Taliaferro. She was a major force in Monroe County and statewide for kids' rights and well-being. mamasa, Class of '66 Old Fart, 323SGrant and 2 others 5 Quote
Dalton26 Posted October 9, 2018 Posted October 9, 2018 2 hours ago, mamasa said: George Taliaferro dies at 91 Josh Alper 35 mins ago © George Taliaferro Sport Association George Taliaferro, who was the first African-American drafted by an NFL team, has died at the age of 91. The announcement of his death was made by the George Taliaferro Sport Association on Monday night. Taliaferro grew up in Indiana and starred on the University of Indiana’s only undefeated team before a stint in the United States Army in 1946. He made history when he was drafted by the Bears in the 13th round of the 1949 draft, but opted to play in the All-American Football Conference with the Los Angeles Dons. He was named rookie of the year and then moved to the NFL with the New York Yankees in 1950. He also played for the Dallas Texans, Baltimore Colts and Philadelphia Eagles before retiring in 1955. Taliaferro made three Pro Bowls while rushing 498 times for 2,266 yards and catching 95 passes for 1,300 yards. He scored 27 total touchdowns. He returned to work for the University of Indiana after retirement. Our condolences go out to his loved ones on their loss. RIP Indiana University* Stuhoo and mamasa 2 Quote
ThompsonHoosier Posted October 9, 2018 Posted October 9, 2018 Truly amazing story...RIP and condolences to his family. mamasa 1 Quote
323SGrant Posted October 9, 2018 Posted October 9, 2018 [/url] Truly amazing story...RIP and condolences to his family.From what I understand, he was a good man and excellent representative of IU. Sent from my iPhone using BtownBanners mobile app mamasa 1 Quote
Popular Post Chris007 Posted October 10, 2018 Popular Post Posted October 10, 2018 My goodness, this one really hurts. he was such an amazing kind hearted man. From a kid to an adult I always remember him shaking my hand, asking me how I was doing and just being so nice to a nobody like myself. But not just himself but his whole family are just amazing people. I'm going to miss seeing him at Uptown Cafe eating with his family. RIP George HoosierAloha, LIHoosier, thebigweave and 6 others 9 Quote
mamasa Posted October 11, 2018 Author Posted October 11, 2018 IU's plans to honor the late George Taliaferro:— All flags on campus will be lowered to half-staff through this weekend's game vs. Iowa— Taliaferro's No. 44 will replace the traditional IU logo on players' helmets vs. Iowa— Moment of silence prior to Iowa game. #iufbSent from my iPhone using BtownBanners ALASKA HOOSIER, Class of '66 Old Fart, HoosierAloha and 2 others 5 Quote
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