40. Bill Koman

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Bill Koman arrived in Chicago after a trade from the Philadelphia Eagles, and it was as a Cardinal the Linebacker enjoyed his greatest success.

Koman’s first season was in 1959, and as the team relocated to St. Louis, Koman’s profile rose and became one of the team's top Linebackers.  A Pro Bowler in 1962 and 1964, Koman was the team's most ferocious tackler and is arguably forgotten as he starred during the franchise's weak decade.

The Bullet Points

  • Position: Linebacker
  • Acquired: Traded from the Philadelphia Eagles before the 1959 Season.
  • Departed:

    Retired after the 1967 Season.

  • Games Played: 121
  • Notable Statistics:

    113 Games Started
    6 Interceptions
    22 Interception Return Yards
    1 Interception Return Touchdown
    16 Fumble Recoveries
    0 Fumble Recovery Yards
    24.5 Quarterback Sacks*
    64 Approximate Value**

    No Playoff Games

    *Quarterback Sacks were unofficially calculated by Pro Football Reference from 1960 to 1981.

    **Approximate Value was calculated by Pro Football Reference as of the 1960 Season.

  • Major Accolades and Awards:

    Pro Bowl (1962 & 1964)

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