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Don Kindt

Don Kindt

Induction:
1997

Don Kindt

Tied for the conference lead in scoring (36 points) in 1945
Two-time (1943 and 1945) Wisconsin scoring leader
Won "W" awards in football (1943, 1945 and 1946) and track (1946)
Played halfback on offense and safety on defense for the Badgers
Drafted in the first round (11th pick overall) by Chicago in 1947, and played nine seasons for the Bears
Chosen to play in the 1953 National Football League Pro Bowl
Served in the United States Army in 1944 and 1945
Coached defense in the 1956 College All-Star Game

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