Ranking the top 10 NFL players born in New Mexico
3. Tom Brookshier, DB (1953-61)
Brookshier is a native of Roswell, New Mexico. He completed his studies at Roswell High School. The 6-footer followed that with a college football career at the University of Colorado. He was a multi-position threat. He joined the Philadelphia Eagles in 1953, totaling two Pro Bowls and a first-team All-Pro selection in 1960.
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Brookshier is a two-time Pro Bowler and an All-Pro selection in 1960, the season the won the NFL Championship over Vince Lombardi鈥檚 鈥� Lombardi鈥檚 only playoff loss.
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