Bobby Dillon

Bobby Dan Dillon (February 23, 1930 – August 22, 2019) was an American professional football player who spent his entire eight-year career as a safety with the Green Bay Packers of the National Football League. Before turning professional, he was an All-American at the University of Texas, where he played for the Longhorns. Although primarily a defensive back, he also returned kicks and appeared in several games at halfback, finishing his college career with 13 interceptions on defense, one rushing touchdown as a halfback, and multiple kick returns for touchdowns. The Packers selected him in the third round, 28th overall, of the 1952 NFL draft.

Dillon lost one of his eyes following a series of childhood accidents and played his entire professional career with a glass eye. Despite the handicap, he became one of the most successful defensive backs of his era. His 52 career interceptions remain a Packers franchise record. He was named Associated Press All-Pro four times and selected to four Pro Bowls. Dillon planned to retire after the 1958 season, but the Packers' new head coach, Vince Lombardi, persuaded him to return for 1959. After an injury midway through that season he lost his starting job and retired.