Bill Willis
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Bill Willis, an influential figure in the history of American football, played a vital role in breaking racial barriers in the sport. Born on October 5, 1921, in Columbus, Ohio, Willis attended Ohio State University, where he excelled as a standout athlete. His college career laid the foundation for his entry into professional football, where he would become

Bill Willis, an influential figure in the history of American football, played a vital role in breaking racial barriers in the sport. Born on October 5, 1921, in Columbus, Ohio, Willis attended Ohio State University, where he excelled as a standout athlete. His college career laid the foundation for his entry into professional football, where he would become

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NFL 1951-1953

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1949-1953

Cleveland Browns (AAFC/NFL)

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Born Oct 5th, 1921

Died Nov 27th, 2007

Height / Weight 6' 2" 213 lbs

College Ohio St.

Position DG · G

Uniform #s 30 · 60

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