Don Bosseler

Donald John Bosseler (born January 24, 1936) is an American former professional football player who was a fullback in the National Football League (NFL) for the Washington Redskins from 1957 to 1964. He played college football for the Miami Hurricanes and was selected in the first round of the 1957 NFL Draft with the ninth overall pick. He was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1990. Early life Bosseler attended and played high school football at Batavia High School in Batavia, New York. College career Bosseler was a four-year starter at fullback for the University of Miami. In his senior year, 1956, he helped the team to an 8-1-1 record, was named All-America by the Associated Press, and was MVP in the Senior Bowl. He rushed for 1,642 yards in his four years. Bosseler was inducted into the University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame in 1970.