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William A. Kay (April 4, 1925 – May 23, 2007) was an American football tackle in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the University of Iowa.

University of Iowa

Kay was a prominent member of the Iowa Hawkeyes football team of the University of Iowa. His all-star jersey can be seen in the Iowa Football Museum.

1946

Шаблон:Main Kay is listed as team MVP.[1] Kay helped clear the way for Bob Smith, the team's first 500-yard rusher since Ozzie Simmons in 1936.[2][3]

1948

Шаблон:Main He was selected second-team All-American[4] and first-team All-Big Nine by the Associated Press.[5][6] He led the conference in minutes played.[2] In his final game, he blocked a punt and recovered it in the end zone for an Iowa touchdown in a win over Boston University.[2][7] Kay also played in all-star football games.[8][9]

New York Giants

Kay entered the 1949 season injured.[10] He was drafted in the 4th round of the 1949 NFL Draft by the New York Giants. Kay was one of seven tackles signed to the team in 1949.[11] Kay signed a one-year contract reportedly worth $6,750.[12] He entered the draft injured and unfortunately, never played a professional game.

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