carl mcadams - football athlete of the year 1965
Carl McAdams - White Deer & University of Oklahoma
Why Honored: In 1958, McAdams, a 6-3, 217-pound linebacker, helped take the White Deer Bucks to the football promised land with a state title in his first year on the team.
Following high school, McAdams went to the University of Oklahoma to play college football under legendary Coach Bud Wilkinson. Twice, he was named All-American and is still regarded as one of the greatest linebackers in Oklahoma football history. McAdams played defensive end, tackle, or linebacker.
In one of the rivalry games, McAdams racked up 12 unassisted tackles, an interception, and forced a UT fumble as the Longhorns were threatening to score. In the 1965 Gator Bowl, McAdams received MVP honors for his performance.
McAdams continued his career, playing professionally.
