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He was a hard running fullback in a Cowboy alignment in the 1960s that utilized just such a runner to get the hard yardage. Lester earned all-American honors in 1963 when he led the Cowboys to an undefeated season. Twice he was named to the all-Gulf States Conference team and he led the league in scoring in 1963 with 68 points. He was a two-way player and also played linebacker for the Cowboys. After college he went on to play in the professional ranks with the Minnesota Vikings. (DECEASED)