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1923: Jerry “Bruiser” Nuzum was born in Clovis.

The son of Mr. and Mrs. W. N. Nuzum became the first Clovis High School graduate to play in the National Football League.

The halfback spent four seasons — 1948-1951 – with the Pittsbur...