Steve Van Buren

ABOUT STEVE VAN BUREN

Hall of Fame 1940's NFL running back was a 4-time rushing champion and 7-time All-Pro with the Eagles from 1944 to 1951.

He was drafted 5th overall by the Eagles in 1944, after leading the nation in touchdowns at Louisiana State University.

His #15 jersey was retired by the Philadelphia Eagles.

He was orphaned as a child in La Ceiba, Honduras before moving to New Orleans to live with relatives.

He was selected to the NFL 75th Anniversary All-Time Team with Jim Brown .