Second-Team All-Pro
John Gilliam
Second-Team All-Pro
John Gilliam
With a career spanning over a decade, John Gilliam's exceptional talent, speed, and versatility on the field made him a standout player. Drafted by the New Orleans Saints in 1967, he quickly made a name for himself by scoring the franchise's first-ever touchdown. Throughout his illustrious career, Gilliam played for multiple teams, including the Minnesota Vikings, where he earned four Pro Bowl selections. Known for his remarkable ability to make game-changing plays, Gilliam's contributions to the sport have left an indelible mark, earning him a revered place in NFL history.
With a career spanning over a decade, John Gilliam's exceptional talent, speed, and versatility on the field made him a standout player. Drafted by the New Orleans Saints in 1967, he quickly made a name for himself by scoring the franchise's first-ever touchdown. Throughout his illustrious career, Gilliam played for multiple teams, including the Minnesota Vikings, where he earned four Pro Bowl selections. Known for his remarkable ability to make game-changing plays, Gilliam's contributions to the sport have left an indelible mark, earning him a revered place in NFL history.
New Orleans Saints
1967-1968, 1997
St. Louis Cardinals
1969-1971
Minnesota Vikings
1972-1975
Chicago Winds - WFL
1975
Atlanta Falcons
1976
Chicago Bears
1997
Career Highlights
- Scored 1st TD in New Orleans Saints franchise history
- Associated Press Second-Team All-Pro (1973)
- Newspaper Enterprise Association (NEA) First-Team All-Pro (1973)
- Pro Football Writers Association (PFWA) Second-Team All-Pro (1973)
- Sporting News 1st Team All-NFC (1973)
- 4× Pro Bowl (1972–1975)
- 50 Greatest Vikings
382
Career Receptions
7,056
Career Receiving Yards
50
Career Touchdowns
151
Career Games Played