Flanker
No. 13
Texas Western
"Known as a pattern-breaker throughout his pro career, Don Maynard turned record-breaker last year. The bony 6-1, 179-pound flanker with the flapping jersey established a new mark for yardage on receptions with a lifetime total of 9,435, wiping out Raymond Berry's former high of 9,275.
Maynard did it in his eleventh season as a pro (two were spent with the New York Giants) by catching 57 passes for 1,297 yards, a 22.8 average, and 10 touchdowns; he also finished fifth in the league in receptions. He had his biggest game of the year against Oakland when he caught 10 passes for 228 yards, another AFL record. In 1967, Don finished second among receivers with 71 catches for 1,434 yards.
His success is attributed more to his ability to find an opening than to his habit of breaking patterns."
-Jack Zanger, Pro Football 1969
"In 1967, Don was voted the club's Most Valuable Player as he led the American Football League in yards gained (1,434) and in average gain per catch (20.2). Last year, he led the AFL with a 22.8 average gain per reception.
He has speed to spare and can catch anything within reach."
-1969 Topps No. 60
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