1959-11-30 1960 NFL Draft: Billy Cannon from LSU first pick by Los Angeles Rams
1959-12-01 25th Heisman Trophy Award: Billy Cannon, LSU (HB)
1961-12-10 Houston Oilers utility back Billy Cannon gains AFL record 373 yards combined rushing/receiving in 48-21 win over NY Titans at the Polo Grounds, NYC
1961-12-24 AFL Championship, Balboa Stadium, San Diego: Houston Oilers beat San Diego Chargers 10-3; Billy Cannon scores game's only TD
1983-08-19 LSU footballer Billy Cannon sentenced to 5 yrs for counterfeiting
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