1962 Giant Offensive Line Profiles

RAY WIETECHA
Center
No. 55
Northwestern
A Pro Bowl selection as recently as 1960, Ray was last year named All-Conference by the Sporting News. Considered by many to be the best in the league at blocking the middle linebacker out of a play, he's just as adept at giving protection on passing plays.
All-Big Ten in college, Ray saw action as a Giant rookie at end, linebacker and defensive back before settling in at center, where he has started every game since 1954.


JACK STROUD
Guard
No. 66
Tennessee
Jack is the New York offensive lineman often graded highest by Giant coaches and is widely regarded as one the best guards in the league. He can always be counted on to open a hole with a devastating block, lead a sweep or block for a pass. He's perhaps best known for pulling out to block for Alex Webster off left tackle.
All-American and team captain at Tennessee, Jack has played in three Pro Bowls and has been named All-Pro five times by AP or UPI.


DARRELL DESS
Guard
No. 62
North Carolina State
An unsung hero of the Giant offense, Darrell is known for leading interference to the strong side. He also provides solid pass protection for Y.A. Tittle. Playing every game last year, his strength and confidence won respect throughout the league.
Darrell won two letters in football and one in wrestling during his college days.


ROOSEVELT BROWN
Offensive Tackle
No. 79
Morgan State
"Tardy recovery from a knee operation may make All-Pro tackle Roosevelt Brown a question mark in 1962.
A huge bulk who moves downfield like a fullback, he's a devastating blocker for passers and runners, and few teams have been able to check him with just one defender. He's almost impossible to counter when in full flight on Giant kickoffs.
Roosevelt was a 27th draft choice in 1953 which proves the value (?) of scouting reports."

-Don Schiffer, 1962 Pro Football Handbook


CHUCK JANERETTE
Offensive Tackle
No. 72
Penn State
One of the fastest offensive tackles in the pros, Chuck played every game as a rookie for the Rams in 1960. Last year, he made the Giant offensive line a solid wall of protection for Giant quarterbacks and even recovered a fumble.
Chuck earned four college football letters, earned All-American honorable mention, and played in the Copper Bowl and All-American Bowl.