American football player (1933–2009)
American football player
Doyle Edward Nix (May 30, 1933 – January 6, 2009) was an American football defensive back in the National Football League (NFL) for the Green Bay Packers and Washington Redskins . He also was a member of the Los Angeles Chargers and Dallas Texans in the American Football League (AFL). He played college football at Southern Methodist University .
Early years
Nix attended Texas High School . He accepted a football scholarship from Southern Methodist University . He was a two-year starter and one of the offensive leaders of the team.
As a junior, he was second on the team with 12 receptions for 187 yards (15.6-yard avg.). He was a teammate of future Pro Football Hall of Famers Raymond Berry and Forrest Gregg .
Professional career
Green Bay Packers
Nix was selected by the Green Bay Packers in the 18th round (209th overall) of the 1955 NFL draft . He had a successful rookie season at cornerback , while registering 5 interceptions. He spent the next two years out of football while serving his military service with the United States Air Force .[ 1]
On March 4, 1958 , he was traded along with cornerback John Petitbon to the Washington Redskins in exchange for wide receiver Steve Meilinger and defensive tackle J. D. Kimmel .[ 2] [ 3]
Washington Redskins
In 1958 , he played in 11 games after missing time with a broken hand.[ 4] [ 5]
Dallas Cowboys
Nix was selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the 1960 NFL Expansion Draft , but did not make the regular season roster.
On September 22, 1960 , he was signed as a free agent by the Los Angeles Chargers of the American Football League .[ 6] 1960 American Football League Championship Game .
On August 22, 1961 , he was traded to the Houston Oilers along with linebacker Ron Botchan in exchange for two draft choices.
In 1961 , he played with the Dallas Texans of the American Football League and registered 3 interceptions.
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