Hugh McElhenny Autographs
Hugh McElhenny, commonly known as "The King," is a former American football player who began his career in the National Football League (NFL) in the 1950s. McElhenny was born on December 31, 1928, in Los Angeles, California, and was drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in 1952. He quickly established himself as a dominant running back and became one of the most electrifying and versatile players of his era. During his career, McElhenny was named to six Pro Bowls and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1970.
McElhenny's signature move was his ability to change direction quickly and leave defenders in his wake. He was known for his incredible speed, agility, and balance, which allowed him to make plays that other players could only dream of. Over the course of his career, McElhenny rushed for 5,281 yards and scored 38 touchdowns, while also making an impact as a return man and receiver. He was considered one of the most exciting players to watch in the NFL during his era and left a lasting impression on the sport.
After retiring from football in 1964, McElhenny remained involved in the game, working as a coach and broadcaster. He also became an advocate for the welfare of retired NFL players, working to improve pension and healthcare benefits for those who had dedicated their lives to the sport. Today, McElhenny is considered one of the greatest players in NFL history and is remembered as a trailblazer who revolutionized the running back position with his unique style and unparalleled athleticism.
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The most expensive item with a signature of Hugh McElhenny (Hugh McElhenny # 29 signed autograph 1952 Bowman Small ROOKIE Football Card BAS) was sold in February 2022 for $250.00 while the cheapest item (Hugh McElhenny signed 8x10 football photo SF 49ers) found a new owner for $0.01 in May 2008. The month with the most items sold (28) was April 2025 with an average selling price of $50.00 for an autographed item of Hugh McElhenny. Sold items reached their highest average selling price in May 2016 with $133.99 and the month that saw the lowest prices with $0.99 was January 2019. In average, an autographed item from Hugh McElhenny is worth $17.99.
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Latest News about Hugh McElhenny
Legendary 49ers RB Hugh McElhenny dies at 93 (06/23/2022): Hall of Fame #49ers RB Hugh McElhenny died last Friday at age 93. 
Hall of Famer Hugh McElhenny dies at 93 (06/23/2022): Hugh McElhenny, whose superb playmaking with the ball in his hands made him one of the biggest football stars of the 1950s, has died at the age of 93. A California state champion in the both the hurdles and the long jump as a high schooler, McElhenny was about as close as a high school [more]
