JIM PATTON
Safety
No. 20
Mississippi
"The dean of the Giant secondary is Jimmy Patton, a 12-year veteran who leads all active players in interceptions with 48. Last year, Jimmy committed only one swipe, but he continued to cruise in his free safety role with the same abandon he did in his youth. He's the type who plays with small and large hurts, keeping it to himself.
He's played in three Pro Bowl Games and has been a frequent All-Pro selection since joining the Giants out of the University of Mississippi. In 1958, he led the league with 11 interceptions."
-Jack Zanger, Pro Football 1966
HENRY CARR
Safety
No. 28
Arizona State
"Henry was the world and Olympic 220 and 200-meter champ before becoming the 5th round pick of the Giants in 1965. He started in the New York secondary and picked off two enemy aerials. His speed, size and aggressiveness make him a top pro prospect."
-1966 Philadelphia No. 120
WENDELL HARRIS
Safety
No. 26
LSU
"Wendell, a highly desired young man, was the Colts' first draft pick for the 1962 campaign. The lightning-fast halfback scored eight touchdowns for L.S.U. last year, as he led the Southeastern Conference with 94 points. He's a tough tackler, too."
-1962 Topps No. 11
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