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Charles Albert Conerly Jr. (September 19, 1921 – February 13, 1996) was an American professional football player who was a quarterback in the National Football League (NFL) for the New York Giants from 1948 through 1961. Conerly played college football for the Ole Miss Rebels and was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1966. He was married to Perian Conerly, a sports columnist for The New York Times.

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College career

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1947 Ole Miss media guide featuring Charlie Conerly (left) and coach Johnny Vaught (right).

Conerly attended and played college football at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss). He started at Ole Miss in 1942, but left to serve as a Marine in the South Pacific during World War II where he fought in the Battle of Guam.[1][2]

He returned to Mississippi in 1946 and led the team to their first Southeastern Conference (SEC) championship in 1947. During that season, he led the nation in pass completions with 133, rushed for nine touchdowns and passed for 18 more, was a consensus All-American selection, and was named Player of the Year by the Helms Athletic Foundation.[2] As an outstanding quarterback played the for the Rebels, Conerly earned consensus All-America recognition in 1947 when he led the Rebels to a record of 9–2, including a 13–9 win over TCU in the Delta Bowl at Crump Stadium in Memphis, Tennessee.[citation needed]

Conerly's 1947 squad had upset wins over Kentucky (14–7 in Oxford), Florida (14–6 in Jacksonville, Florida), LSU (20–18 in Baton Rouge), and Tennessee (43–13 in Memphis). He placed fourth in the Heisman Trophy balloting and was a two-time All SEC performer. He was named Player of the Year and Back of the Year of the SEC in 1947. He set numerous school records and still ranked 12th in 2008 in career total offense with 3,076 yards. He was ranked 12th in career passing with 2,313 yards and 26 TDs.[citation needed]

Conerly also played baseball at Ole Miss, where he hit .467 in 1948 and was offered a professional contract.[2]

Professional career

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Conerly was drafted in the 13th round of the 1945 NFL draft by the Washington Redskins. He played his entire career with the New York Giants as a quarterback, where he was a two-time Pro Bowl selection in 1950 and 1956 and was NFL's Most Valuable Player in 1959 by the Newspaper Enterprise Association.[2] Conerly was named NFL "Rookie of the Year" in 1948, a season when he set many Giants rookie franchise records that still stand. He led the Giants to three NFL Championship games in four seasons (1956, 1958–1959), including a 47–7 victory over the Chicago Bears in the 1956 NFL Championship Game. During his professional career, he earned the alliterative nickname "Chucking Charlie Conerly".

Giants franchise records

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As of 2017's NFL off-season, Charlie Conerly held at least 10 Giants franchise records,[citation needed] including:

  • Most completions (rookie season): 162 (1948)
  • Most pass attempts (rookie season): 299 (1948)
  • Most passing yards (rookie season): 2,175 (1948)
  • Most passing touchdowns (rookie season): 22 (1948)
  • Most intercepted (game): 5 (1951-10-14 CRD and 1953-12-13 DET; tied with Jeff Rutledge and Eli Manning)
  • Highest passer rating (rookie season): 84.0 (1948)
  • Most yards/pass attempt (season): 8.79 (1959)
  • Most yards/pass attempt (playoff career): 8.53
  • Most yards/pass attempt (playoff season): 10.48 (1958)
  • Most passing yards/game (rookie season): 181.3 (1948)
  • Most passing touchdowns by a quarterback vs. The Washington Redskins/Football Team/Commanders

NFL career statistics

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Legend
NEA NFL MVP
Won NFL championship
Led the league
Bold Career high
Year Team Games Passing
GP GS Record Cmp Att Pct Yds Avg TD Int Lng Rtg
1948 NYG 12 4 − 162 299 54.2 2,175 7.3 22 13 65 84.0
1949 NYG 12 12 6−6 152 305 49.8 2,138 7.0 17 20 85 64.1
1950 NYG 11 8 6−2 56 132 42.4 1,000 7.6 8 7 43 67.1
1951 NYG 12 11 9−2 93 189 49.2 1,277 6.8 10 22 69 49.3
1952 NYG 11 11 7−4 82 169 48.5 1,090 6.4 13 10 70 70.4
1953 NYG 12 11 3−8 143 303 47.2 1,711 5.6 13 25 60 44.9
1954 NYG 10 10 6−4 103 210 49.0 1,439 6.9 17 11 68 76.7
1955 NYG 12 4 1−3 98 202 48.5 1,310 6.5 13 13 71 64.2
1956 NYG 12 0 − 90 174 51.7 1,143 6.6 10 7 48 75.0
1957 NYG 12 8 6–2 128 232 55.2 1,712 7.4 11 11 70 74.9
1958 NYG 10 6 4–2 88 184 47.8 1,199 6.5 10 9 44 66.8
1959 NYG 10 9 8–1 113 194 58.2 1,706 8.8 14 4 77 102.7
1960 NYG 12 7 5–1–1 66 134 49.3 954 7.1 8 7 70 70.9
1961 NYG 13 4 2–2 44 106 41.5 634 6.0 7 8 37 52.2
Career 161 105 63–37–1 1,418 2,833 50.1 19,488 6.9 173 167 85 68.2

Later life and honors

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Conerly portrayed the "Marlboro Man" in commercials after playing for the Giants.[3][4] Conerly and his wife, Perian (author of the book, Backseat Quarterback) retired to his hometown of Clarksdale, Mississippi, where he spent his final days. Conerly owned shoe stores throughout the Mississippi Delta. On December 13, 1959, Perian appeared on an episode of What's My Line?. Her line was she wrote a football column for newspapers.

Conerly was inducted into the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame in 1966 and the Ole Miss Athletic Hall of Fame in 1987. He is also a member of the Ole Miss Team of the Century (1893–1992). Conerly is the namesake of the football award, the Conerly Trophy, given annually to the top college player in the State of Mississippi. The Professional Football Researchers Association named Conerly to the PRFA Hall of Very Good Class of 2006.[5] He is a seven-time Pro Football Hall of Fame finalist, but has yet to be elected as a member of the Hall.[6]

Illness and death

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Conerly underwent triple-bypass heart surgery on September 19, 1995, his birthday. He died on February 13, 1996, of heart failure following a long illness, his wife told The New York Times. He was also survived by his sisters.[7]

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Charles Albert "Charlie" Conerly Jr. (September 19, 1921 – February 13, 1996) was an American football quarterback who played his entire 14-year National Football League (NFL) career with the New York Giants from 1948 to 1961, amassing 19,488 passing yards and 173 touchdowns while leading the team to the 1956 NFL championship and earning recognition as the league's Most Valuable Player in 1959. Born in Clarksdale, Mississippi, Conerly earned the nickname "Chunkin' Charlie" for his strong-armed passing style and became one of the NFL's premier quarterbacks during the league's early television era, sharing the backfield with running back Frank Gifford and helping the Giants reach three NFL Championship Games in the 1950s. His career highlights include two Pro Bowl selections (1950 and 1956), three All-Pro honors (1948, 1957, and 1959), and leading the NFL in passer rating (102.7) in 1959 at age 38—a mark that stood as the highest single-season rating for a quarterback aged 38 or older for 50 years. Conerly's path to professional stardom began at the (Ole Miss), where he played as a single-wing tailback from 1942 to 1947, interrupted by military service. In 1947, his senior year, he led the nation with 133 pass completions, threw for 18 touchdowns, rushed for nine more, and earned consensus honors while being named the Player of the Year. During , Conerly served as a corporal in the U.S. Marine Corps, participating in the invasion of in the South Pacific. Drafted by the Washington Redskins in the 13th round (127th overall) of the 1945 NFL Draft, he was traded to the Giants before the 1948 season and quickly established himself as the team's starter, earning NFL Rookie of the Year honors with 2,175 passing yards and 22 touchdowns despite a 4–8 team record. In the pros, Conerly adapted from college tailback to T-formation quarterback under Giants coach Steve Owen, setting franchise records that endured for decades, including most career touchdown passes (173) and passing yards (19,488). He guided New York to an 8–3–1 record and the 1956 title, defeating the 47–7 in the championship game, and appeared in title games again after the 1958 and 1961 seasons, though the Giants lost both. Conerly retired after the 1961 season at age 40, having played in 161 games and holding the Giants' record for most career interceptions (167) due to the era's aggressive defensive style. Post-retirement, he owned a chain of shoe stores in , remained active in Giants alumni events, and was inducted into the in 1966; the Giants retired his number 42 and honored him in their . Conerly, who lived much of his later life in Clarksdale, died of in , survived by his wife, Perian, and two sisters.

Early life

Upbringing in Mississippi

Charles Albert "Charlie" Conerly Jr. was born on September 19, 1921, in Clarksdale, , to Charles Albert Conerly Sr. and Mary Winifred Fite Conerly. His father worked as a before becoming a . He grew up as the only son in a family of three children, alongside sisters Ruth and Ray. The Conerly family resided in the heart of the , a fertile but economically precarious region dominated by farming and . During Conerly's childhood, the exacerbated the area's vulnerabilities, with plummeting agricultural prices, widespread farm foreclosures, and high rates affecting thousands of rural families. This era of hardship shaped the socioeconomic landscape of Clarksdale and the surrounding Delta communities, where working-class households like the Conerlys navigated limited opportunities and community interdependence.

High school career

Conerly attended Clarksdale High School in , graduating in 1941 after four years of study from 1937 to 1941. During his high school years, he emerged as a standout for the Clarksdale Wildcats , where he played as a and demonstrated the passing and skills that foreshadowed his future success. Conerly was an all-around who excelled in multiple sports, including football, , , and , contributing to his development as a versatile competitor. Standing at 6 feet 1 inch and weighing approximately 185 pounds, his physical build and athletic prowess drew early attention from college scouts, leading to a football scholarship offer upon graduation.

College career

Ole Miss Rebels

Charlie Conerly enrolled at the University of Mississippi in the fall of 1941 on a football scholarship, joining the Ole Miss Rebels program as a highly touted recruit from his high school days in Clarksdale. He made an immediate impact as a freshman in the 1942 season, earning a varsity letter while playing tailback in the single-wing formation under head coach Harry Mehre; the Rebels finished with a 2-7 overall record that year. Conerly's early contributions helped establish him as a promising passer in an era when forward passing was still evolving in college football. Following a three-year interruption for military service during World War II, Conerly returned to Ole Miss in 1946, where he quickly reclaimed a starting role as the single-wing tailback—a position that emphasized his dual-threat abilities as both a runner and thrower. He completed 65 of 124 passes for 609 yards and earned All-Southeastern Conference honors that season, though the Rebels finished 2-7 under head coach Harold Drew. His arm strength and accuracy earned him the affectionate nickname "Chuckin' Charlie" among fans and teammates, reflecting his reputation as one of the premier passing tailbacks in the South. Conerly's leadership peaked in 1947, when he captained the to their first championship under John Vaught, with an 8-2 regular season record followed by a 13-9 victory over TCU in the Delta Bowl for a 9-2 overall mark. That year, he threw for 18 touchdown passes, led the nation with 133 completions for 1,367 yards—setting NCAA records for completions, passing yards, and 87 consecutive passes without an interception—and added nine rushing touchdowns, earning consensus All-American honors and a fourth-place finish in voting. In his 1948 senior season, Conerly continued to contribute as the finished 8-1 under Vaught, capping a collegiate career with 26 touchdown passes and 2,313 passing yards overall, records that underscored his pivotal role in elevating Ole Miss football during the postwar era.

World War II service

Following his freshman season at the in 1942, Charlie Conerly enlisted in the United States Marine Corps amid the ongoing . He underwent basic training as a heavy machine gunner at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego, California, where he prepared for combat duties in the Pacific theater. In December 1943, Conerly deployed to the South Pacific with the , serving as a during intense campaigns. He participated in the Battle of in July 1944, a grueling amphibious assault against Japanese forces that lasted over three weeks and resulted in heavy casualties on both sides. Conerly continued to serve through subsequent operations in the Pacific. Conerly received an honorable discharge in December 1945 at the age of 24, allowing him to return stateside and resume his interrupted college education. His wartime service significantly delayed his academic and athletic pursuits, as he had left school shortly after beginning his studies, but it also provided him with invaluable experiences that shaped his resilience and focus upon re-entering civilian life.

Professional career

Entry into the NFL

Conerly was selected by the Washington Redskins in the 13th round (127th overall) of the 1945 NFL Draft while still serving in the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II. His college All-American status at Ole Miss contributed to his draft appeal despite the late selection. The Redskins traded Conerly's rights to the New York Giants, who sought a reliable passer to bolster their offense. Following his military discharge, Conerly received competing offers, including from the AAFC's Brooklyn Dodgers, but signed with the Giants in June 1948 on a five-year contract valued at $72,500—approximately $15,000 annually—opting for NFL stability over the rival league's higher bid. Conerly made his professional debut in the 1948 season under head coach Steve Owen, transitioning from the single-wing tailback role he played at Ole Miss to the Giants' T-formation offense, a shift that required significant adjustment. He competed for playing time with established quarterbacks like Paul Governali, sharing duties early on as the team evaluated his fit. Conerly faced early hurdles, including playing through injuries that tested his resilience, such as strains that occasionally limited his participation. By 1950, however, he had solidified his position as the Giants' primary starting , guiding the team's offensive efforts with increasing consistency.

New York Giants achievements

Charlie Conerly's tenure with the from 1948 to 1961 was marked by significant leadership in revitalizing the franchise during its 1950s dynasty era, where he quarterbacked the team to four NFL Championship Game appearances and multiple Eastern Conference titles. Under his guidance, the Giants secured the 1956 Eastern Conference title and dominated the postseason that year with a decisive 47-7 victory over the in the NFL Championship Game, ending an 18-year drought for the franchise's first title since 1938. Conerly's poise and precision passing were instrumental in these successes, as he recorded the highest in NFL Championship Game history (minimum 10 attempts) with a 152.1 mark in the 1956 contest. The Giants returned to the NFL Championship in 1958, where Conerly entered the iconic "" against the at as a relief , a thrilling 23-17 loss that introduced sudden-death rules to professional football and captivated a national television audience. Conerly completed 10 of 14 passes for 187 yards and 1 , contributing to the Giants' total of 12 completions in 18 attempts for 200 yards and showcasing his veteran composure in a game that highlighted the Giants' resurgence. The team again reached the championship in 1959, falling 31-16 to the Colts, and made a fourth appearance in 1961, losing 37-0 to the ; these efforts underscored Conerly's role in sustaining the Giants' contention during a competitive era. Conerly earned two Pro Bowl selections in 1950 and 1956, recognizing his consistent excellence as a drop-back passer who adapted from his single-wing college background to lead the Giants' offense. His pinnacle came in 1959 at age 38, when he captured the award from the Newspaper Enterprise Association after leading the league in passing with 1,706 yards, 14 passes, and just four interceptions, achieving a of 102.7. These career-high performances in completions (113 of 194 attempts) exemplified his efficiency and low-turnover style, bolstering the Giants' 10-2 regular-season record that year. In 1961, Conerly formed a pivotal partnership with new head coach , who had previously mentored him in transitioning to the T-formation during the late ; this collaboration helped the Giants capture another Eastern title and extend their streak of success into the early . Conerly's enduring contributions, including his mentorship of younger quarterbacks and unflappable leadership, cemented the Giants' status as a perennial powerhouse, amassing four division crowns across his later years.

Career statistics and records

Charlie Conerly's NFL career spanned 14 seasons with the from 1948 to 1961, during which he appeared in 161 games, starting 105. His passing statistics totaled 1,418 completions on 2,833 attempts for 19,488 yards, 173 touchdowns, and 167 interceptions, yielding a of 68.2. He also contributed on the ground with 270 rushing attempts for 687 yards and 11 rushing touchdowns.
CategoryPassingRushing
Games Played161161
Attempts2,833270
Completions/Yards1,418 / 19,488687
Touchdowns17311
Interceptions/Fumbles Lost167 / 39-
68.2-
Conerly's single-season peaks came early in his career, with 2,175 passing yards and 22 touchdown passes in , his rookie year. Later, in at age 38, he achieved 1,706 yards and 14 touchdowns on 113-of-194 passing (58.2% completion), with just 4 interceptions for a league-leading and career-best 102.7 —a mark that stood as the highest single-season rating by a aged 38 or older until it was surpassed in 2011. With the Giants, Conerly held franchise records for career passing attempts, completions, yards, and touchdowns upon his retirement, rankings that persisted until the 2010s when surpassed them in several categories; as of 2025, Conerly ranks third all-time in Giants passing yards with 19,488. He continues to hold the team record for the oldest starting at age 40, achieved in a 1961 game. Additionally, his 1948 rookie-season marks—162 completions, 299 attempts, 2,175 yards, and 22 touchdowns—set Giants franchise records at the time, which stood until 2019. Statistically, Conerly ranked among his era's top quarterbacks, though behind peers like , who posted a career 86.6 and .813 in the 1950s compared to Conerly's 68.2 rating and .647 over the same decade. Conerly did not play in the , so his professional totals are confined to the . His peak years aligned with two selections (1950, 1956) and a 1959 NEA MVP award.

Later life, honors, and death

Post-retirement activities

Conerly announced his retirement from professional football following the ' loss in the , at the age of 40. Although he had received coaching offers from several teams, Conerly opted to pursue opportunities in the instead. Upon returning to his hometown of , Conerly established and operated a chain of shoe stores known as Conerly Shoes throughout the region. These businesses became a cornerstone of his post-football career, reflecting his integration into the local entrepreneurial landscape as a prominent Clarksdale businessman. In the and , Conerly leveraged his rugged, stoic image from his Giants tenure to become the first model for the iconic "" in national cigarette advertising campaigns, appearing in magazine ads and television commercials that emphasized a tough, independent persona. Conerly occasionally returned to New York to provide color commentary for Giants radio broadcasts, including a stint in 1968, drawing on his playing experience to offer insights in his distinctive Mississippi drawl.

Family and personal life

Conerly married Perian Collier, a fellow Clarksdale native, in 1949. She became a pioneering female sports columnist, writing syndicated columns on football and life in New York that appeared in Mississippi newspapers and , chronicling her husband's career and breaking barriers for women in . The couple had no children but maintained close relationships with Conerly's sisters, Ruth Meredith and Ray Steele, as well as extended family in , often treating local youth in the Delta region like their own and attending their games, graduations, and events as surrogate family members. In retirement, Conerly and his wife resided primarily in , making occasional visits to New York, where his post-football ownership of shoe stores throughout the Delta provided financial stability that enabled a more family-oriented life. He enjoyed hobbies such as , participating in charity tournaments across Mississippi to support community causes.

Awards and legacy

Conerly was inducted into the in 1966 for his standout collegiate career at the . That same year, he received induction into the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame, recognizing his contributions to sports in his home state. In 1987, Conerly was honored with induction into the Ole Miss Athletic Hall of Fame. Additional recognitions include his 1991 induction into the New York Sports Hall of Fame and his 2010 posthumous entry into the U.S. Marine Corps Sports Hall of Fame. In professional football, Conerly's accolades encompass his selection as the Most Valuable Player by the Newspaper Enterprise Association in 1959. He was inducted into the in 2010, celebrating his 14-season tenure with the franchise. In 2006, the named him to its Hall of Very Good, honoring players of significant impact not enshrined in the . Despite being a seven-time finalist for the , Conerly has not been inducted. Conerly's enduring legacy is embodied in the , first awarded in 1996 by the Sports Hall of Fame to the state's top player each year. Named in his honor, the award highlights his role as a pioneering from the who transitioned successfully to the during an era when regional biases limited opportunities for players from below the Mason-Dixon line. As a key figure in , Conerly helped elevate the team's prominence in the , contributing to their 1956 and establishing a standard of quiet leadership and precision passing. In sports culture, his influence persists through the trophy's annual presentation, which has recognized future talents and reinforced his status as a local icon from Clarksdale, where he is commemorated in the city's Walk of Fame.

Illness and death

In the mid-1990s, Conerly was diagnosed with congestive , a condition that marked the beginning of his prolonged health decline after years of physical demands from his football career. His symptoms worsened over time, leading to his admission to Methodist Hospital in , where he underwent triple-bypass heart surgery on September 19, 1995—his 74th birthday. Complications from the procedure kept him hospitalized continuously thereafter, as his body struggled against the advancing illness. Conerly passed away on February 13, 1996, at Methodist Hospital from , ending a steadfast battle that reflected the resilience he showed on the field. Although he resided in , where he had settled after leaving professional football, his final months were spent hospitalized in Memphis, with close support from family. His funeral service was held at First in Clarksdale, drawing a crowd of former teammates, including John Vaught, Jimmy Lear, Eagle Day, , Archie Manning, Barney Poole, and Roscoe Word, along with family and local admirers for a traditional Southern ceremony featuring hymns such as and . He was laid to rest at Oakridge Cemetery in Clarksdale. In the immediate aftermath, tributes poured in from the organization and the Mississippi sports community; teammate highlighted Conerly's pivotal role in the team's 1950s successes, stating, "Charlie was the biggest reason for that," while local figures like Archie Manning recalled him as their first football hero, underscoring his enduring influence. The Pro Football Researchers Association also published a tribute emphasizing his steady and contributions to the game.

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