Moses Gray

Moses William Gray (April 12, 1937 – February 6, 2023) was an American football player, civic leader, and community activist. A tackle, he played college football for the Indiana Hoosiers and later appeared in five games for the New York Titans of the American Football League (AFL).

Early life and education Gray was born on April 12, 1937, in Goochland County, Virginia. Born to Moses Gray Jr., a steel worker, and Ida Gray, a housewife, he was the fourth of seven children and grew up in Conemaugh, Pennsylvania. He attended East Conemaugh High School, earning all-scholastic honors from The Tribune-Democrat while playing football. From 1957 to 1960, Gray attended Indiana University Bloomington, playing three years on the varsity football team as a tackle. As a junior, he averaged 18 minutes played per game as a backup; he was a starter as a senior. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in physical education. He opted to play with the Titans, He was released at the final roster cuts at the start of September, and afterwards was sent to the Indianapolis Warriors of the United Football League (UFL). He posted two interceptions with the Warriors. and made three total appearances for them. He made the team and appeared in two games, both as a starter, He helped them compile a 9–3 record and make the playoffs, where they lost to the Grand Rapids Blazers. Gray scored one touchdown on the season. He ended his AFL career with five games played, two as a starter.

Gray was a member of many different organizations and served with numerous committees and boards. The 100 Black Men of America named their Midwest district in his honor, and annually give out the Moses Gray Man of the Year Award.

Personal life and death Gray was married to Anne Marie Powell in 1962 and adopted two children with her. He died on February 6, 2023, at the age of 85, after a lengthy illness.