October 15, 1917, Glen Ellyn, Illinois – Bob MacLeod was born. Bob was a former halfback from Dartmouth University who played from 1936 through the 1938 season.  He was the primary offensive weapon of Dartmouth as they won 21 of 27 games that he played in. Most opposing teams came into the games against Dartmouth

August 5, 1940 – Wilmington, North Carolina The Gentle Giant College Career Roman Gabriel was a two-sport standout at North Carolina State University, where he became one of the most decorated athletes in school history. As a quarterback for the Wolfpack, his physical stature and strong arm set him apart. He was a two-time All-American

March 13, 1918 – Corbin, Kentucky – George McAfee, Duke University’s play-making halfback from 1937 to 1939, was born. The footballfoundation.org website states that George struck fear into opposing defenses because they had to respect his sudden burst and quickness, which could catch them off guard and turn into a long gain on any play.

December 23, 1935 – Louisville, Kentucky – Paul Hornung, the legendary Notre Dame halfback, was born. According to the NFF, Hornung, who was also known as the “Golden Boy,” was a two-time All-America selection in 1955 and 1956. His heroics in the 1955 game against Iowa included a drive to tie the score late on

September 23, 1918 – George “Sonny” Franck was a former halfback from the University of Minnesota.  The 1940 Golden Gopher offensive weapons of  Sonny, along with College Football Hall of Fame inductee Bruce Smith and All-American fullback Bill Daley, were a part of a backfield trio that is considered to be one of the best