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Ernie Nevers. Ernest Alonzo Nevers (June 11, 1902 – May 3, 1976), nicknamed " Big Dog ", [2] was an American football and baseball player and football coach. Widely regarded as one of the best football players in the first half of the 20th century, he played as a fullback and was a triple-threat man known for his talents in running ...
Of all the records in the history of the National Football League, the one that has survived the longest was set on November 28, 1929, when Chicago Cardinals fullback Ernie Nevers, scored every one of his team’s points (six touchdowns and four extra point conversions) in a 40-6 rout of the Chicago Bears.
Jun 7, 2024 · Ernie Nevers (born June 11, 1903, Willow River, Minn., U.S.—died May 3, 1976, San Rafael, Calif.) was an American collegiate and professional football and baseball player, who was considered one of the greatest football players of all time.
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- June 11, 1902
Nevers was Stanford's captain in 1925 when he led a 24-17 upset of arch rival California. He handled the ball on all but three plays as Stanford posted its first win over Cal in eight years. Explore HOFExplore Hall of Fame Members. Earl "Tuffy" Abell. View Bio. Alex Agase. View Bio. Harry Agganis. View Bio. Troy Aikman. View Bio. Joe Aillet.
Ernie Nevers was a legendary football player who played for Stanford from 1923 to 1925. He set a Rose Bowl record with 114 rushing yards, led Stanford to a win over Cal, and was named to Football's All-Time Team in 1969.
Ernie Nevers (1903-1976) was a versatile and tough athlete who played professional football, baseball, and basketball. He starred at Stanford, played in the 1925 Rose Bowl, and led the Duluth Eskimos to fame in the NFL.
