Jim Thorpe

Jim Thorpe starred for the Canton Bulldogs, became the first president of the APFA in 1920 and helped professional football gain national credibility.

Position

HB

Career bounds, not verified season count

1915–1928

College

Unknown

Final recorded team

Canton Bulldogs

Draft

Not documented

A complete team-by-team chronology is not yet available.

Sources and corrections

Pro Football Hall of Fame — Jim Thorpe · Source snapshot: 2026-08-11.

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