June 11, 1902 – Willow River, Minnesota – Ernie Nevers was Stanford University’s fullback from 1923 to 1925. He was an All-American, according to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, and excelled in basketball, baseball, and football. Nevers gained national attention on New Year’s Day 1925 at the Rose Bowl. Ernie and his Cardinal teammates … Continue reading Ernie Nevers