Donald William Bishop was an American professional football cornerback in the National Football League for the Pittsburgh Steelers, Chicago Bears and Dallas Cowboys.
15 Facts About Don Bishop
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Don Bishop played college football at Los Angeles City College.
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Don Bishop attended Jefferson High School, where he competed in football and baseball.
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Don Bishop enrolled at Los Angeles City College, where he was a two-way end.
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Don Bishop spent two years out of football while serving his military service.
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Don Bishop returned in 1957 and was named the starter a left end.
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Don Bishop received All-Western State Conference and Junior College All-American honors.
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Don Bishop was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Pittsburgh Steelers after the 1958 NFL draft on January 29.
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Don Bishop was tried at split end and as a halfback, catching only 3 passes in his rookie season.
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Don Bishop was switched to cornerback and during the Cowboys' 1960 inaugural year, he became the franchise first starting right cornerback, registering 71 tackles, 13 passes defensed and 3 interceptions in a 12-game season, tying him with Tom Franckhauser for the team lead.
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Don Bishop established a team record that still stands today, with five consecutive games with an interception.
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Don Bishop did not make the Pro Bowl, but was named to the Sporting News first-team All-NFL team.
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Don Bishop suffered a knee injury in the sixth game against the New York Giants.
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Don Bishop started 7 games at right cornerback, while alternating with Warren Livingston.
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Don Bishop played 9 seasons in the NFL, leaving as the Cowboys career interceptions leader.