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Eddie Wilson (UA quarterback, 1959-61). Photo courtesy the University of Arizona. 

7. Eddie Wilson, quarterback 

Years at UA: 1967-71

Career stats:

• 2,790 passing yards

• 23 touchdowns

• 20 interceptions

• 49.7 percent completion percentage

• 51 rushing yards, 6 touchdowns

Accomplishments:

• 1961 AP third-team All-American

• UA record-holder for single-game yards per attempt (35.3 on six attempts)

• Two-time NCAA pass efficiency champion

• UA record for yards gained per play (7.61) 


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