Drafted in the 1951 first-year player draft out of high school (Mankato; Mankato, MN) by the Toronto Wolves. (Round 14, Pick 1, 209th overall pick).
08/18/1951
Failed to sign with the Toronto Wolves and joined Stratton University.
06/19/1954
Drafted in the 1954 first-year player draft out of college (Stratton University; Portland, OR) by the Chicago Chiefs. (Round 10, Pick 7, 151st overall pick).