Doak Walker hangs up his cleats

Doak Walker ended speculation about his future in football by announcing on Jul. 29, 1955 that he had agreed to play one more season with the Detroit Lions. Grantland Rice, dean of American sportswriters, called him “the most authentic all-around player in football history.” Doak Walker could do everything – run, pass, catch, punt and kick – and did it with a modest grace that endeared him to…