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Gil Mains

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Position: DL
Date of Birth: December 17, 1929
Height / Weight: 6'2" / 243 lbs
First Team: DET (1953)
Last Team: DET (1961)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Gil Mains - NFL Career Overview

Position: Defensive Lineman (DL)
Date of Birth: December 17, 1929

Career Timeline

  • Team: Detroit Lions
  • Years Active: 1953 - 1961

Career Highlights

  • Gil Mains was drafted by the Detroit Lions in 1953, where he began his professional football career.
  • He played a key role in the Lions' defensive line during the late 1950s, contributing to the team's competitive standing in the NFL.
  • Mains was part of the Lions team that won the NFL Championship in 1957, marking a significant achievement in his career.
  • Throughout his career, he was known for his toughness and versatility on the defensive line.
  • He played in a total of 88 games over his eight seasons with the Lions.

Post-Career

  • After retiring from professional football, Gil Mains remained a respected figure in the sports community, though he did not pursue a high-profile career in coaching or broadcasting.
  • Details about his life after football are less documented, as he is considered a lesser-known player from the era.

Legacy

  • While not as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, Gil Mains is remembered by Lions fans for his contributions during a pivotal time in the franchise's history.
  • His role in the 1957 championship team places him among the ranks of players who contributed to the Lions' storied legacy.

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