James Leslie Dodson (April 18, 1916 – July 25, 1998) was an American football back who played for the

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of the National Football League (NFL) in

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. After playing

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for Ole Miss, he was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the 14th round (121st overall) of the

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. His rights were transferred to the Steelers due to the events later referred to as the

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References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Dodson, Les 1916 births 1998 deaths Players of American football from Birmingham, Alabama Ole Miss Rebels football players Pittsburgh Steelers players Wilmington Clippers coaches Wilmington Clippers players