Ranking the top 10 NFL players born in Idaho
4. Zuck Carlson, G (1929-36)
The 6-footer was a pioneer from the NFL’s early days. Carlson was born in Ahsahka by the Clearwater River. He was a graduate of Oregon State. He’d play eight seasons with the Chicago Bears. He would earn first-team All-Pro honors in 1932.
#OTD in 1934, the @Lions played their first Thanksgiving game against the @ChicagoBears at University of Detroit Stadium. Identified players include #14 George Christensen, #5 Ace Gutowsky, #10 Bill McKalip, #47 Zuck Carlson, and #76 Ookie Miller. pic.twitter.com/Q5kZjDhMX5
— Detroit Hist Society (@DHSDetroit) November 29, 2020
