The greatest player who never was. (football legend Joe Don Looney; includes related article)(Cover Story) From: The Sporting News | Date: October 2, 1995| Author: | COPYRIGHT 1995 Sporting News Publishing Co. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information) Copyright information

Former running back and punter Joe Don Looney was the star of the 1962 Oklahoma Sooners football team and the New York Giants number 1 draft choice in 1964, but he never approached his full potential. The aptly-named Looney died in a motorcycle accident in Sep 1988. He was a great all-around talent.

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