In each year of its ten-year existence (1960–1969), numerous sports-news services named their choice for the American Football League's best first-year player.
[3][4] ABNER HAYNES, halfback, Dallas Texans (UPI, TSN) In 1960, though drafted by the NFL, Haynes chose to play for the American Football League's Dallas Texans, and led the AFL in rushing attempts, yards, and touchdowns in the league's first year.
The 6-foot-5, 260-pound Faison blew by opposing offensive lineman on his way to smashing American Football League quarterbacks as one of the original "Fearsome Foursome", and was chosen to the AFL All-Star team in 1961.
BILLY JOE, fullback, Denver Broncos (UPI, TSN) An eleventh-round draft choice by the Broncos, Joe had 646 yards on 154 carries for a 4.2 yards per carry average, four rushing touchdowns, and a reception for a touchdown.
George Webster created the "roverback" position, as a linebacker with a defensive back's moves and speed.
The Oilers' defense held opponents under 200 points in 1967, helping them win the East Division title.