Paul Eugene Page (September 16, 1927 – February 15, 1997) was an American football halfback and

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who played for the

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's (AAFC)

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during the 1949 season. After attending Eldorado High School in Eldorado, Texas, Page played college football at Southern Methodist University from 1945 to 1948, and was a member of the team that reached the Cotton Bowl in 1948. After his college career, Page was selected by teams in multiple leagues. In the 1949 National Football League Draft, the

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chose him with the fourth overall pick. The AAFC's Colts selected Page with the 81st pick in the

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, in the 11th round. Page opted to play in the AAFC, and spent one season with the Colts. In 25 rushing attempts, he gained 81 yards, and he caught four passes for 62 yards.

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1927 births 1997 deaths American football defensive backs American football halfbacks Baltimore Colts (1947–1950) players People from Eldorado, Texas Players of American football from Texas SMU Mustangs football players {{Defensiveback-1920s-stub