After a couple of days off to attend and thoroughly enjoy the Packers’ win over the Chicago Bears on Sunday, we’re back with a photo featuring Green Bay running back John Brockington, who came out of Ohio State University and played for the team from 1971 through 1977. Brockington was the Packers’ First Round draft choice, the ninth selection overall, in 1971. He was the first NFL player to ever rush for 1,000 or more yards in each of his first three seasons and was named NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year for 1971 by the Associated Press. Brockington was named All-Pro in 1971, Second Team All-Pro in 1973 and All-NFC in 1972. Brockington was also selected to 3 consecutive Pro Bowls (1971-1973).
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Brockington!
After a couple of days off to attend and thoroughly enjoy the Packers’ win over the Chicago Bears on Sunday, we’re back with a photo featuring Green Bay running back John Brockington, who came out of Ohio State University and played for the team from 1971 through 1977. Brockington was the Packers’ First Round draft choice, the ninth selection overall, in 1971. He was the first NFL player to ever rush for 1,000 or more yards in each of his first three seasons and was named NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year for 1971 by the Associated Press. Brockington was named All-Pro in 1971, Second Team All-Pro in 1973 and All-NFC in 1972. Brockington was also selected to 3 consecutive Pro Bowls (1971-1973).
