GREG LARSON
Center
No. 53
Minnesota
"The dean of Giants offensive linemen, Greg was the club's sixth draft choice in 1961 and has established as one of the most talented and respected men at his position.
Greg played three positions in his first three years- tackle in 1961, guard in 1962 and center (his natural position) in 1963."
-1973 Topps No. 418
DOUG VAN HORN
Guard
No. 63
Ohio State
"Doug was the Lions' fourth draft selection in 1966, served in the Army and rejoined the Lions in 1968. Acquired by the Giants, he became a regular guard in 1969.
Doug had an outstanding career at Ohio State where he was regarded as one of the top linemen in the Big Ten. He made the All-American teams of AP, UPI and Coaches in 1965."
-1973 Topps No. 142
DICK ENDERLE
Guard
No. 62
Minnesota
"Acquired from the Falcons, Dick was the starting left guard in his rookie year of 1969. He was a regular at right guard in 1970 and came to New York prior to 1972."
-1973 Topps No. 22
WILLIE YOUNG
Offensive Tackle
No. 69
Grambling
"The Giants' left tackle for the past six seasons, Willie is very quick and exceptionally strong. He was the MVP lineman at Grambling and played in the Pecan Bowl."
-1973 Topps No. 106
JOE TAFFONI
Offensive Tackle
No. 72
Tennessee-Martin
Taffoni was acquired from the Rams during the 1971 preseason for tackle Rich Buzin but was voluntarily retired for that season. He returned to the Giants last year to solidify the offensive line that led the NFL in the fewest quarterback sacks allowed. An excellent pass blocker who gives his quarterback the extra precious seconds needed to execute a pass play, not once during the entire '72 campaign did a man blocked by Taffoni reach the quarterback.
At Tennessee-Martin, he was a standout defensive tackle.
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