Dwight Allen "Ike" Kelley (born July 14, 1944) is a former

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who played five seasons with the

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of the

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. He was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the 17th round of the

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. He played college football at

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and attended Bremen High School in

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College career

Kelley played football for the

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. He was a two time All-American and All-

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selection in 1964 and 1965. He was also a captain on the

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Professional career

Philadelphia Eagles

Kelley was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles with the 249th pick in the 1966 NFL Draft. He played in 67 games with the Eagles from 1966 to 1971. He was released by the Eagles in 1973.

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{{DEFAULTSORT:Kelley, Ike Living people 1944 births Players of American football from Michigan American football linebackers Ohio State Buckeyes football players Philadelphia Eagles players People from Ludington, Michigan