A true dual-threat quarterback, this legendary football player was coach Knute Rockne's go-to man despite never playing football in high school. Gipp led the Irish in rushing and passing each of his last three seasons (1918, 1919 and 1920) and his career mark of 2,341 rushing yards remained the record until broken by Jerome Heavens in 1978. An incredibly versatile athlete, the Gipper was also a strong punter and defensive back and had planned to play for the Chicago Cubs before his untimely death at age 25.
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