Wildcat Wilson

George Wilson
Wilson c. 1924
Date of birthSeptember 6, 1901 (1901-09-06)
Place of birthDraughon, Arkansas, U.S.
Date of deathDecember 27, 1963 (1963-12-28) (aged 62)
Place of deathSan Francisco, California, U.S.
Career information
Position(s)Halfback
Height5 ft 10.5 in (179 cm)
Weight185 lb (84 kg)
US collegeWashington (19231925)
Career history
As player
1926Los Angeles Wildcats (AFL)
1927–1929Providence Steam Roller (NFL)
Career highlights and awards

George Schly "Wildcat" Wilson (September 6, 1901 – December 27, 1963) was an American football player. After earning consensus All-American honors in 1925 as a halfback for the University of Washington, he played professionally, including three seasons in the National Football League (NFL). Listed at 5 feet 10+12 inches (1.791 m) and 185 pounds (84 kg), he was inducted to the College Football Hall of Fame in 1951.