[3] He was given the nickname "China Doll" due to his frail condition after being born prematurely.

[4] While attending Florida A&M, he played in the backfield with Bob Hayes, forming "one of the fastest duos in college football.

[5] After the 1962 season, he became the first African-American player to play for the South in the annual North-South College All-Star Game.

[1] At the time of his selection, Paremore said: "This is the biggest thrill of my life -- being the first of my race to play for the South.

In August 1966, he joined the Montreal Alouettes of the Canadian Football League.