Split End
No. 45
Texas Southern
"Homer is skyrocketing into the upper echelons of NFL receivers. His flashing speed, sure-catch hands and powerful torso make covering him a difficult job for any one - or two - defenders. With his 9.3 speed, it's virtually to catch Homer from behind, and at 6-2 and 215 pounds, he can bowl over a defender who gets in his way.
Last year, he busted loose for 49 receptions which were good for 1,209 yards and a league high of 13 touchdowns; his 24.7 yards per catch were also the best in the league. He had his first big year in 1966 when he caught 48 passes for 1,044 yards, a 21.8 average, and eight touchdowns. Naturally, he gets a lot of double coverage, even more than normal because the Giants have no other deep threat.
A six-year vet from Texas Southern, Homer was slow getting started as a pro because he had trouble learning the science of pattern running. Now he could qualify as a Ph.D. in the subject."
-Jack Zanger, Pro Football 1968
"A sensation in 1967, Homer led the NFL with 13 touchdowns last year. His 24.7 average gain per grab was also tops in the circuit.
Homer defeated the Russians in the 1960 Olympics."
-1968 Topps No. 31
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