Tommy McDonald – Eagles/WR (1957-63) Tommy McDonald was a Flanker for the Eagles in the pre-Super Bowl era. He was a member of the 1960 NFL Championship team.  McDonald played seven seasons for the Birds, and though he’s ranked 32^nd for the Eagles all-time in games played by a receiver, he’s 2^nd all-time in receiving TDs with 66.  On October 4^th, 1959 vs. New York Giants, Tommy scored four touchdowns (tied for team record).  On December 10^th, 1961 vs. New York Giants, McDonald had 237 receiving yards (Eagles team record).  His 5,499 receiving yards ranks 6^th best in team history. During his time with the Eagles, McDonald went to five Pro Bowls, was 1^st Team All Pro twice, 2^nd Team All Pro twice, led NFL in receiving yards in 1961, and twice led the league in receiving TDs.  He was voted to the 75^th Anniversary Team, entered the Eagles Hall of Fame in 1988, and the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1998.

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