James Welch (March 17, 1938 — October 25, 2017) was a professional American football player who played nine seasons in the NFL. References External links Football Database 1938 births 2017 deaths People from Anson, Texas Players of American football from Texas American football defensive backs Abilene High School (Abilene, Texas) alumni SMU Mustangs football players Baltimore Colts players Detroit Lions players