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Happy 70th Birthday Archie!

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August 21, 2024 at 7:48am
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THE Greatest back in Ohio State history is 70 today. The only 2 time Heisman winner. His accolades are long and prestigious.

2× Heisman Trophy (1974, 1975)
Maxwell Award (1975)
2× Walter Camp Award (1974, 1975)
2× SN Player of the Year (1974, 1975)
2× UPI Player of the Year (1974, 1975)
2× Chic Harley Award (1974, 1975)
2× Unanimous All-American (1974, 1975)
First-team All-American (1973)
2× Big Ten Most Valuable Player (1973, 1974)
3× First-team All-Big Ten (1973, 1974, 1975)

“He’s a better young man than he is a football player, and he’s the best football player I’ve ever seen.” - Woody Hayes on Archie Griffin.

Let's pay tribute and wish him a Happy Birthday. Post your stories and memories. Admittedly Archie was just before my sports awakening but the highlights are amazing. Here is are some extended highlights.

 

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