George Schly "Wildcat" Wilson was an American football player. After earning consensus All-American honors in 1925 as a halfback for the University of Washington, he played professionally, including three seasons in the National Football League (NFL). Listed at 5 feet 10+1⁄2 inches (1.791 m) and 185 pounds (84 kg), he was inducted to the College Football Hall of Fame in 1951.
Wilson c. 1924
Promotional image of Wilson and a lion, from The Rock Island Argus of September 23, 1926
Washington Huskies football
The Washington Huskies football team represents the University of Washington in college football. Washington competed in the NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) as a charter member of the Pac-12 Conference, but will be joining the Big Ten Conference by the 2024 season. Husky Stadium, located on campus, has been the Huskies' home field since 1920.
Photo of the 1900 University of Washington football team by Theodore Peiser
Photo of the undefeated 1908 University of Washington football team
Husky Stadium under construction in 1920.
1924 Rose Bowl program cover