Ken Keller (American football)
# Ken Keller (American football)

Kenneth Ray Keller (September 12, 1934 – December 10, 1997) was a professional American football running back who played in the National Football League (NFL) for two seasons. He played college football at North Carolina.

## Early life

Keller was born and grew up in Salina, Pennsylvania, and attended Bell Township High School, where he was part of a football team that won 28 straight games from 1948 to 1951.

## College career

Keller was a member of the North Carolina Tar Heels football team for four seasons. In football he played running back, defensive back, placekicker and was a return specialist. Keller led the team in total offense in 1953 and 1955 and in scoring for three straight seasons. He finished his collegiate career with over 2,000 all-purpose yards and over 100 total points scored. Keller was also a starting outfielder for the baseball team.

## Professional career

Keller was drafted in the 11th round of the 1956 NFL Draft by the Philadelphia Eagles. Keller served as the Eagles' starting running back as a rookie and led the team with 433 rushing yards and four rushing touchdowns. He tore ligaments in his knee in the second-to-last game of the season against the Washington Redskins. Keller rushed for 195 yards on 43 carries in a reduced role in 1957.

