Rosey Grier (Pro football. Born, Cuthbert, GA, July 19, 1932.) Once an N.C.A.A. shot put champion at Penn State, Roosevelt Grier became a standout defensive tackle for seven seasons with the Giants. Grier was the Giants’ No. 3 draft pick in 1955 and had an impressive rookie season. He was even better the next year […]
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