Billy Anderson (halfback)

Williams Anderson was born as George Billy Nelson on March 3, 1929, in Los Angeles, California to Mamie and George Nelson. At some point, Mamie and George separated, and Mamie would marry radio comedian Eddie "Rochester" Anderson in 1939. Both Mamie and Billy would adopt Anderson's surname. He attended Susan Miller Dorsey High School in Los Angeles. He played college football at Compton Junior College from 1948 to 1949. Anderson later served in the United States Army. ==Professional career==

Anderson was selected by the Chicago Bears in the first round, with the sixth overall pick, of the 1953 NFL draft. He became a free agent after the 1954 season. He was a listed as a halfback during his time with the Bears and played both offense and defense. He was 6' tall, weighed 198 pounds, and wore jersey number 46. ==References==