William Sheppeard Glass was an American professional football player who was a defensive end for 11 seasons in the National Football League, beginning with the Detroit Lions and finishing his career as a standout with the Cleveland Browns.
12 Facts About Bill Glass
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Bill Glass played college football for the Baylor Bears and was elected to the College Football Hall of Fame in 1985.
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Bill Glass lettered three years at Baylor University and was unanimous All-America guard in 1956.
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Bill Glass followed in his older brother's footsteps onto the football field.
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Bill Glass became an All-American football player at Baylor University.
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Bill Glass lettered three years at Baylor University and was chosen as All-America guard in 1956.
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Bill Glass went to Cleveland in 1962 as part of the trade that sent quarterback Jim Ninowski back to Cleveland, along with running back Howard "Hopalong" Cassady.
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Bill Glass became a Pro Bowl defensive end with the Browns, playing a key role in the team's NFL championship in 1964 and Eastern Division championship in 1965.
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Recent research has estimated that Bill Glass had 77.5 sacks during his 94 games with the Browns, which included 16.5 in 1965.
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Bill Glass still holds the single-season record in sacks, but has since been passed by Myles Garrett for the all-time career record.
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Bill Glass appeared at churches around the United States to promote the book.
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Bill Glass worked with Rev Billy Graham, who encouraged Glass toward a life in the ministry.