Center
No. 55
Northwestern
A Pro Bowl selection as recently as 1960, Ray was last year named All-Conference by the Sporting News. Many consider him the best in the league at blocking the middle linebacker out of a play, so 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.
"No center in football, say the Giants, can execute blocking assignments that Ray Wietecha (55) carries out with practiced ease. The rugged 225-pound Northwestern graduate has fantastic lateral range.
Ray is also the Giants' iron man. Going into this season, he had played 118 consecutive games and never missed a minute of offensive play because of injury.
-1962 New York Giants Official Program (Yankee Stadium)
GREG LARSON
Center
No. 53
Minnesota
"Greg Larson (53), captain of Minnesota's 1961 Rose Bowl team, joined the Giants last season and immediately established himself as a bright offensive line prospect. A center and linebacker in college, he was a starter at right tackle for most of his rookie season. This year, he has filled in at right guard as well as at right tackle. He's also the No. 1 replacement for Ray Wietecha at center."
-1962 New York Giants Official Program (Yankee Stadium)
"Greg Larson (53), captain of Minnesota's 1961 Rose Bowl team, joined the Giants last season and immediately established himself as a bright offensive line prospect. A center and linebacker in college, he was a starter at right tackle for most of his rookie season. This year, he has filled in at right guard as well as at right tackle. He's also the No. 1 replacement for Ray Wietecha at center."
-1962 New York Giants Official Program (Yankee Stadium)
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.
"For all-around serviceability, there are few offensive linemen who can match Jack Stroud (66). At various stages in his stellar 10-year career with the Giants, this deep-chested, powerfully-built Tennessee graduate has played regularly at both guards and both tackles. He is also used as a goal-line defender. Pulling or firing straight out, Jack is a lethal defender."
-1962 New York Giants Official Program (Yankee Stadium)
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
REED BOHOVICH
Offensive Tackle
No. 73
Lehigh
"Giants insiders believe that the New Yorkers have mined a diamond in the rough in big Reed Bohovich (73). This young Giant from Lehigh, who hadn't attained voting age when the season began, has started several games at right tackle on offense and is also being groomed for service at guard.
There are rough spots in his work, of course, but he has impressed as having the basic ability to develop into a pro star. His 260 pounds and speed afoot are other endorsements."
1962 New York Giants Official Program (Yankee Stadium)
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.
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