Allie White

Thomas Allison White (March 23, 1915 – October 21, 1996) was an American professional football guard and tackle who played one season with the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League (NFL). He was selected by the Eagles in the 13th round of the 1939 NFL draft after playing college football at Texas Christian University (TCU).

Early life and college Thomas Allison White was born on March 23, 1915, in Crosby, Texas. White was the first player in Texas high school football history to be voted all state three times in high school, earning the honors from 1932 to 1934. He was also a two-time All-Southern selection, two-year team captain, and four-year letterman. He was also voted the team's “Best All-Around Player” in 1938.

Professional career White was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the 13th round, with the 114th overall pick, of the 1939 NFL draft. He played in seven games for the Eagles during the 1939 season as a tackle/guard.

Post-playing career Later, White coached for TCU, and his most prized recruit and player was Bob Lilly. He also served in the United States Navy and played for the Georgia Pre-Flight Skycrackers and Jacksonville Naval Air Station Fliers.

He died on October 21, 1996, in Fort Worth.