Cardinals Legacy Profile
Ollie Matson
Ollie Matson was one of the Cardinals' greatest all-purpose players, blending rushing, receiving, and kick-return value into a Hall of Fame profile.
Hall of Fame Returner Chicago Era
Permanent Profile
- Was the Cardinals' first-round draft pick in 1952 after starring at San Francisco.
- Earned All-NFL recognition from 1954 through 1957 and did not miss a game in six Cardinals seasons.
- Produced 3,331 rushing yards, 2,150 receiving yards, and nine kick-return touchdowns with the Cardinals.
- Is a Pro Football Hall of Fame member and Cardinals Ring of Honor inductee.
Why It Matters
Matson은 러닝백, 리시버, 리터너의 경계가 흐렸던 시대를 Cardinals 색깔로 보여주는 인물이다.
초창기 프랜차이즈 공격사를 단순 러싱 기록이 아니라 종합 야드 생산성으로 읽게 만든다.