| Nickname(s) | Papa Joe |
|---|---|
| Born: | July 1, 1937 |
| Died: | May 25, 2022 |
| Career information | |
| CFL status | American |
| Position(s) | HB |
| Height | 5 ft 11 in (180 cm) |
| Weight | 203 lb (92 kg) |
| College | New Mexico State |
| High school | Carlsbad (Carlsbad, New Mexico) |
| NFL draft | 1959, round: 11, pick: 128 |
| Drafted by | Los Angeles Rams |
| Career history | |
| As player | |
| 1959–1961 | Ottawa Rough Riders |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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Joe Kelly (born July 1, 1937) was a Canadian football player who played for the Ottawa Rough Riders. He won the Grey Cup with them in 1960.[1] He played college football for the New Mexico State University.[2]