Chuck Ealey, Football (1969-71)

4/19/2010 7:34:00 PM | Athletics

Chuck Ealey was the first football player in UT and MAC history ever to be considered for the Heisman Trophy in 1971. He led the Rockets to three consecutive, undefeated, untied seasons and 35 straight victories. Chuck was also a member of the student senate and the Blue Key Men's Honor Society. He graduated in June of 1971 and went on to play professionally in Canada. In his rookie year he led Hamilton to the Grey Cup. He retired from professional football in 1978.