William Ward McKalip (June 5, 1907 – July 11, 1993) is a former

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and half back who played four seasons in the NFL with the

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College career

McKalip chose to enroll at

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for his college education and to play football. He lettered in football from 1926 through 1928. As a senior, he earned All- Pacific Coast Conference First-team, Associated Press All-Northwest First-team, and United Press International All-Coast Second-team. He was also chosen to play in the 1930

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Professional career

McKalip played in the NFL for four seasons, two with the Portsmouth Spartans and two after they became the Detroit Lions. During his time with the program, he was a two-time All-Pro selection in 1931 and 1934. In the 1931 season, he had 4 receiving touchdowns.

Legacy

McKalip was named to the

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in 1991 and the Oregon State University Hall of Fame in 1990, both for his football prowess. He died in Corvallis, Oregon on July 11, 1993.

References

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