About
Hall of Fame defensive tackle who became the first-ever draft pick of the San Francisco 49ers in 1950. He played in every 49ers game for 14 years and was eventually selected to the NFL's 50th Anniversary All-Time Team.
Before Fame
He served in the United States Marine Corps during World War II. He later attended the University of Minnesota on a football scholarship and became a two-time All-American.
Trivia
In the offseason, he wrestled professionally under the ring name Leo "The Lion" Nomellini.
Family Life
He is survived by his daughter Lane and his son Drew.
Associated With
He and Leon Hart were both selected in the first round of the 1950 NFL Draft.
