Jim Hudson

Who was Jim Hudson?

Jim Hudson was a professional American Football defensive back. Hudson played for the New York Jets from 1965 to 1970, playing in both the AFL and NFL. He started in Super Bowl III for the Jets, and made a key interception just before the end of the first half.

Hudson was born in Steubenville, Ohio. He played both defensive back and quarterback at Texas, and played on the team that won the NCAA championship in 1963. His 69-yard touchdown pass to George Sauer in the 1965 Orange Bowl helped Texas to victory over Alabama and attracted the attention of Jets scouts who had come to watch Crimson Tide quarterback Joe Namath.

After his playing career, Hudson became a successful trainer of thoroughbred horses. He was inducted into the University of Texas Men's Hall of Honor in 2012.

Hudson lived in Austin, Texas with his wife Lise, until his death there on June 25, 2013. He died from traumatic dementia encephalophathy at the age of 70.