Don Hutson

Don Hutson

Donald Montgomery Hutson was the first star wide receiver in National Football League history. He is considered by many to have been the first modern receiver. In his senior season at the University of Alabama in 1934, Hutson was a first team All-American for six different organizations and a second team selection by one other. After his career at Alabama, he joined the Green Bay Packers in 1935 and retired in 1945 after 11 seasons. Hutson is credited with creating many of the modern pass routes used in the NFL today. He was the dominant receiver of his day and is widely considered to be one...
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quick facts
Birthdate:January 31, 1913
Birthplace:Pine Bluff, Arkansas
Date of death:June 26, 1997
Height:6' 1"
All Positions Played:End, Wide receiver, Safety, Placekicker
Education:University of Alabama
Also known as:Donald Montgomery Hutson

Former football teams for Don Hutson

Green Bay Packers
Green Bay Packers
End
Tenure:1935 - 1945 (9 years)

Education

University of Alabama
University of Alabama
Location:Tuscaloosa
Founded:1831
Colors:Crimson, White
Mascot:Big Al

The University of Alabama is a public coeducational university located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States. Founded in 1831, it is the flagship university of the University of Alabama System, as well the senior and the largest in terms of enrollment among all of the state's universities. It is...
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NFL players from University of Alabama
NamePositionMost recent team
Evan Mathis Guard Philadelphia Eagles
Mark Anderson Defensive end Buffalo Bills
Roman Harper Defensive back New Orleans Saints
Brodie Croyle Quarterback Arizona Cardinals
Jarret Johnson Defensive end San Diego Chargers
Charlie Peprah Defensive back Green Bay Packers
Le'Ron McClain Halfback San Diego Chargers
DeMeco Ryans Linebacker Philadelphia Eagles
Greg McElroy Quarterback New York Jets
John Parker Wilson Quarterback Atlanta Falcons
Andre Smith Tackle Cincinnati Bengals
Kareem Jackson Cornerback Houston Texans
Marquis Johnson Cornerback New Orleans Saints
Julio Jones Wide receiver Atlanta Falcons
Marcell Dareus Defensive tackle Buffalo Bills
Mark Ingram, Jr. Running back New Orleans Saints
Javier Arenas Cornerback Kansas City Chiefs
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Hometown of Don Hutson

Pine Bluff
Pine Bluff, Arkansas
Population:57,000

Pine Bluff is the largest city and county seat of Jefferson County, Arkansas, United States. It is also the principal city of the Pine Bluff Metropolitan Statistical Area and part of the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Pine Bluff, Arkansas Combined Statistical Area. According to 2006 Census Bureau...
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Places Don Hutson has lived

Map showing Places Lived by Don Hutson
MarkerLocationPopulation
A Pine Bluff 50,388
B Arkansas 2,937,979
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q:
    Where did Don Hutson go to school?
  • A:
    Don Hutson was a student at the University of Alabama.
  • Q:
    In what field of work did Don Hutson specialize?
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    Don Hutson was an accomplished american football player.
  • Q:
    Where was Don Hutson born?
  • A:
    Don Hutson was born in Pine Bluff.

Awards & Accolades

  • Pro Football Hall of Fame
    1963

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