Jim Grisham was an American football fullback and linebacker, who played at the University of Oklahoma from 1961 to 1964.
11 Facts About Jim Grisham
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Jim Grisham led his team to a second straight semifinal appearance, while scoring 21 touchdowns and earning All-state honors.
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Jim Grisham accepted a football scholarship from the University of Oklahoma, to play under head coach Bud Wilkinson.
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Jim Grisham tallied 153 carries for 861 yards and 8 touchdowns.
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Jim Grisham rushed for 218 yards and scored 4 touchdowns against Oklahoma State University in the Bedlam Series.
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Jim Grisham finished second in the Big Eight Conference in rushing behind Gale Sayers.
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Jim Grisham registered 146 carries for 725 yards and 3 touchdowns, finishing second in the Big Eight Conference in rushing behind Walt Garrison.
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Jim Grisham was one of four Sooners stars who missed the 1965 Gator Bowl game against Florida State University.
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Jim Grisham rushed for a school record 2,297 career yards, including a 5.2 yards per carry average and 19 touchdowns in his college career.
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Jim Grisham was selected by the Minnesota Vikings during the sixth round in 1965 NFL draft.
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Jim Grisham was selected by the Houston Oilers in the 17th round of the 1965 AFL Draft.