Floyd Simmons

Floyd Weston Simmons (February 19, 1925 – August 6, 1996) was an American professional football running back who played one season with the Chicago Rockets of the All-America Football Conference (AAFC). He was selected by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 24th round of the 1948 NFL draft after playing college football at the University of Notre Dame.

Early life Floyd Weston Simmons was born on February 19, 1925, in Portland, Oregon. He earned second-team All-City honors as a halfback his junior season. He garnered first-team All-City recognition as a senior after leading the Portland Interscholastic League (PIL) in scoring with ten touchdowns and four extra points. In 1946, he recorded 36 carries for 229 yards and two catches for 43 yards as the Fighting Irish were named AP Poll national champions. He signed with the Chicago Rockets of the All-America Football Conference on June 29, 1948. He played in 11 games, starting two, for the Rockets during the 1948 season, totaling 36 rushing attempts for 121 yards and one touchdown, two receptions for 60 yards and one touchdown, and three kick returns for 77 yards.

Personal life Simmons died on August 6, 1996, in Portland, Oregon.