Bobby Layne: Quick Facts
Facts
| Birth Date | December 19, 1926 |
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| Birthplace | Santa Anna, Texas, United States |
| Place Of Death | Lubbock, Texas, United States |
| Date Of Death | December 1, 1986 |
| Education | University of Texas |
| Height/Weight | 6 ft 1 inch, 201 lb (1.85 m, 91 kg) |
| Throws | right-handed |
| Position | quarterback |
| Jersey Number | 22 (Pittsburgh Steelers, 1958–1962) • 22 (Chicago Bears, 1948) • 22 (Detroit Lions, 1950–1958) • 22 (New York Bulldogs, 1949) |
| Draft | Drafted by the Chicago Bears in the first round (third overall) of the 1948 NFL draft. |
| Completion Percentage | 49 |
| Games Played | 175 |
| Interceptions | 243 |
| Touchdowns | 196 |
| Yards Gained By Passing | 26768 |
| Yards Per Attempt | 7.2 |
Top Questions
What college did Bobby Layne attend?
Bobby Layne attended the University of Texas.
How many times was Bobby Layne selected to the Pro Bowl?
Bobby Layne was selected to the Pro Bowl six times.
How tall was Bobby Layne?
Bobby Layne was 6 ft 1 inch, 201 lb (1.85 m, 91 kg).
What position did Bobby Layne play?
Bobby Layne played quarterback.
When was Bobby Layne inducted to the Hall of Fame?
Bobby Layne was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1967.
When was Bobby Layne born?
Bobby Layne was born on December 19, 1926, in Santa Anna, Texas, United States.
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