Sunday, August 1, 2010

Biggest Omission from the College Football Hall of Fame

I'm always amazed at how many self-professed "students of the game", really don't know very much about the game.

Quick, name the only quarterback to never lose a game in his high school or college career. I'm sure that many of you will chime in with "Greg McElroy of Alabama because that's how CBS leads off every telecast". While he is currently undefeated as a starter, I expect that to change with all of the depth in the SEC this season.

So, this begs the original question - who was the only quarterback to go undefeated?

The correct answer is Toledo Rocket standout Chuck Ealey. After going 18-0 in high school, Ealey led the Rockets to 35 straight wins, and three consecutive Tangerine Bowls. One of those victories was a 40-12 victory over a William and Mary team that was coached by Lou Holtz.

Despite all this outstanding record, Chuck Ealey is *NOT* in the Hall of Fame.

Why is Mr. Ealey not in the Hall of Fame? I will let the National Football Foundation explain that to you, as there's not a satisfactory explanation for that!!

To learn more about one of college football's most outstanding players, visit http://www.inductchuck.com/

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