Hall of Fame
Position: Guard/Tackle
Years: 1948-1950
Place of Birth: Rankin, TX
Date of Birth: Aug 21, 1928
Place of Death: Victoria, TX
Date of Death: Feb 13, 2006
Jersey Number: 61
Height: 6-3
Weight: 225
High School: Iraan, TX (Iraan HS)
He was homesick for his horse. As a freshman at the University of Texas - and a fabulous football find - Lewis "Bud" McFadin almost left college because he missed his horse. Recognizing this gentle mountain man's talents, officials sent for McFadin's horse, and the Longhorns became mighty glad they did so. At Texas, this 6-3, 225-pound lineman played both offense and defense and was the Texas boxing and wrestling champion. In 1949, he won All-America honors from the International News Service for his defensive skills. In 1950, the All-America Board, the Associated Press, United Press, INS and Look named him first team All-America, with emphasis on his offensive skills. In the Chicago Tribune All- Star game, McFadin was voted Most Valuable Player. After graduation, McFadin served in the U.S. Air Force. He played pro football with the Rams, Broncos, and Oilers 1952-65 and was assistant coach of the Houston Oilers 1966-70. After the 1970 season he went into ranching in Del Rio, Texas.
