1967 Don Trull Houston Oilers Football Card Topps No. 45 - Excellent Condition, See Photos ... Includes FREE SHIPPING. Note sports memorabilia market hit $16 billion in 2023. Projections indicate it will reach $52 billion by 2032, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of nearly 14% during the forecast period (2024-2032).
Donald "Don" Trull was a notable quarterback for the Houston Oilers in the American Football League (AFL) during the mid-1960s. An All-American standout from Baylor University, where he twice led the nation in passing, Trull joined the Oilers in 1964. He made an immediate impact, earning AFL Rookie of the Year honors (sharing the award with Billy Joe of the Denver Broncos) after a promising first season where he showcased his passing prowess. However, his tenure with the Oilers, which lasted until 1966 before he was traded to the Boston Patriots in 1967 and later returned to Houston for a brief period, was marked by both initial success and subsequent challenges, including injuries and competition for the starting quarterback position. Despite the ups and downs, Trull remains a significant figure from the Oilers' AFL days, remembered for his strong arm and early contributions to the team.
Don Trull was a quarterback who played for the Houston Oilers in the American Football League (AFL) during two separate stints in the 1960s. A highly touted prospect out of Baylor University, where he was an All-American and twice won the Sammy Baugh Trophy as the nation's top collegiate passer, Trull was drafted by the Oilers in 1963. He played for Houston from 1964 to 1966 and again from 1967 to 1969, after a brief period with the Boston Patriots. During his time with the Oilers, Trull appeared in numerous games, starting several, and contributed to their offense primarily as a passer, though he also scored rushing touchdowns. While he shared quarterback duties and played behind Hall of Famer George Blanda for a portion of his tenure, Trull had statistically notable seasons, including 1966 when he threw for 1,200 yards and 10 touchdowns, and 1968 when he had 10 touchdown passes and a strong passer rating in 11 games. He concluded his AFL career with the Oilers before playing in the Canadian Football League.
