Ralph Goldston

Former NFL player

What is Ralph Goldston known for?

Ralph Goldston, an American gridiron football player, was born on February 25, 1929, in Campbell, Ohio. He was a versatile player, serving as a running back (RB) and a defensive back (DB). Goldston was 5 ft 11 in tall and weighed 195 lb. After getting his start at Youngstown State College, he was drafted 125th overall in the 11th round of the 1952 NFL draft by the Philadelphia Eagles.

Goldston's career spanned impressive stints with multiple teams both in the National Football League (NFL) and the Canadian Football League (CFL). He played for the Philadelphia Eagles from 1952 to 1955. His career then took him to the CFL where he played for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats from 1956 to 1964 and the Montreal Alouettes in 1965.

While playing in the CFL, Goldston really made his mark. He was named a CFL East All-Star four times from 1956 to 1959. Goldston's dynamic play also helped lead the Hamilton Tiger-Cats to two Grey Cup championships in 1957 and 1963. Over his career, he intercepted 32 passes and returned them for a total of 416 yards.

After retiring as an active player, Goldston continued to contribute to the sport, serving as a college coach for 30 years at both Harvard and Colorado. He later scouted for the Seattle Seahawks. Goldston passed away on July 9, 2011, in Columbus, Ohio.

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