About Rudy Mobley
Lived 1921 – 2003 (aged 81). Rudy Mobley was an American american football player.
Rudolph Hamilton Mobley (December 8, 1921 – September 7, 2003), also known as "Little Doc", was an American football halfback. He played college football at Hardin–Simmons University. He twice led the NCAA major colleges in rushing yardage with 1,281 rushing yards in 1942 and 1,262 yards in 1946.
Mobley's football career was interrupted by military service during World War II; Mobley served from May 1943 to February 1946. With Mobley as the leading ground-gainer and Warren B. Woodson as head coach, Hardin-Simmons compiled a perfect 11–0 record in 1946.
Mobley was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League (NFL) in the 11th round of the 1945 NFL draft, and played one season for the Baltimore Colts of the All-America Football Conference (AAFC) in 1947.
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Who was Rudy Mobley?
American football player (1921-2003)
When was Rudy Mobley born?
Rudy Mobley was born on 8 December 1921 in Paducah.
When did Rudy Mobley die?
Rudy Mobley died on 7 September 2003 in Crescent.
What was Rudy Mobley's occupation?
Rudy Mobley was an american football player.
What nationality was Rudy Mobley?
Rudy Mobley was American.
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