Pigskin Star (1962) Jim Parker 1962-63 Season - Coach's Notebook - Here's the written word: All-American tackle at Ohio State - Winner of the Outland Trophy as the top college lineman. Chosen by the Baltimore Colts in the first round of the 1957 draft - Jim Parker at 6'3", 275 pos., was chosen for the specific purpose of protecting the Colts' All-Pro quarterback, Johnny Unitas. Rugged and strong as bull, he shifts between guard and tackle to rack-up the strongest and quickest interior charging lineman - Parker has been a All-Pro as a tackle and as a guard - awesome strength. His 1962-63 year is putting him in high regard as top offensive interior star in the league. Has played in 4 straight Pro Bowls, starting in 1959 thru this year (1962). Born: Macon, Georgia April 3, 1934 - He's being called a number of nicknames because of his ability to fend off opposing lineman and protect QB Unitas - called - 'the bodyguard' - 'the mother hen' - 'the den mother' or 'the guardian'. Jim Parker is as good as it gets - no wonder the Colts and Unitas are big winners! Footballhistorian.com - Coach's Notebook - Copyright 2007 footballhistorian.com All Rights Reserved
