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1961 AFL Tackles Leaders

Solo tackles plus assists

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1961 linebackers only → All-time career leaders →

Defense Kicking Passing Receiving Rushing

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League

SK INT TKL TFL SOLO PD FF QBH TD

No Tackles data for 1961 in the AFL.

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