Halfback
No. 31
Clemson
"Bill Mathis, the Jets' 220-pound heavy-duty halfback, had a good season last year, his best since 1961 when he carried the ball for 846 yards. In 1965, he gained 604 yards for a 4.1 average.
But the way the Jets run their attack, Bill's full contribution can't be measured by statistics. His hard, unselfish blocks help keep Joe Namath in one piece and clear boulevards through the line for Matt Snell as he runs for glory.
Mathis has been in the AFL since its inception in 1960. He played college football at Clemson."
-Jack Zanger, Pro Football 1966
"One of the original members of the New York club in 1960, Bill had a top year in 1965. He set a team record with a 79-yard touchdown run last year.
The halfback came to New York from Houston just prior to opening day in 1960. Bill has played in two AFL All-Star Games."
-1966 Topps No. 94
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