Wildcat Wilson

George Wilson
Wilson c. 1924
Profile
PositionHalfback
Personal information
BornSeptember 6, 1901 (1901-09-06)
Draughon, Arkansas, U.S.
DiedDecember 27, 1963(1963-12-27) (aged 62)
San Francisco, California, U.S.
Listed height5 ft 10.5 in (1.79 m)
Listed weight185 lb (84 kg)
Career information
CollegeWashington (1923–1925)
Career history
1926Los Angeles Wildcats (AFL)
1927–1929Providence Steam Roller (NFL)
Awards and highlights

George Schly "Wildcat" Wilson (September 6, 1901 – December 27, 1963) was an American football player. After earning consensus All-American honors in 1925 as a halfback for the University of Washington, he played professionally, including three seasons in the National Football League (NFL). Listed at 5 feet 10+12 inches (1.791 m) and 185 pounds (84 kg), he was inducted to the College Football Hall of Fame in 1951.