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Football players in the U of M HoF and who’s next

SoCal Surfer said:
kemajic said:
Wayne Harrington, LB, 1965. He was the best of his era.
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I was attending UM at that time I thought Wayne was a center on our offensive line. I believe he came from Washington. To me he had a LB body and weight but he was a lightweight for center.
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Like a lot of us, Wayne played both ways back then. Despite playing on a poor team, he was the best LB in the BSC in '64 and '65. His play would stand up well with the modern-day Griz LBs. Exceptional instincts and vision.
 
hm.grwn.grizfan said:
mtgrizrule said:
Hands down, Tru Johnson.
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If he is eligible, I agree. He’s a hall of famer
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Johnson last played college football in 2011, so he is eligible. I agree, he should definitely be a Hall of Famer, as one of the best defensive players ever for the Griz.
 
kemajic said:
SoCal Surfer said:
I was attending UM at that time I thought Wayne was a center on our offensive line. I believe he came from Washington. To me he had a LB body and weight but he was a lightweight for center.
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Like a lot of us, Wayne played both ways back then. Despite playing on a poor team, he was the best LB in the BSC in '64 and '65. His play would stand up well with the modern-day Griz LBs. Exceptional instincts and vision.
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'64 was before my time. Yes, the Griz had a poor team '65-'67. Things got better in '68-'70. From your post I get the impression you played FB. I didn't know you played. I'll take your word on Wayne. The BSC was just an infant at that time.
 
? Hal Sherbeck was a Defensive back and is also a Basketball Hall of Fame member, 1957.

1951 game write up in Missoulian.

Dick Shadoan of Billings, one of four Griz quarterbacks, hits Nickel over the middle from 9 yards out for first of three fourth-quarter touchdowns. Team MVP Bob "Lefty" Byrne, also of Billings, scores his second TD from a foot out. Wold plunges in again after Hal Sherbeck of Big Sandy returns an interception 57 yards.
 
kemajic said:
SoCal Surfer said:
I was attending UM at that time I thought Wayne was a center on our offensive line. I believe he came from Washington. To me he had a LB body and weight but he was a lightweight for center.
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Like a lot of us, Wayne played both ways back then. Despite playing on a poor team, he was the best LB in the BSC in '64 and '65. His play would stand up well with the modern-day Griz LBs. Exceptional instincts and vision.
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Tabes - let’s get Wayne’s name on the ballot.
 
To me the UM is doing the selection process to the HOF properly. Current and earlier candidates need to be considered each year. FB is not the only consideration.
 
Ron "Rosie" Rosenberg was an amazing football player back in the day. Scored 80 points total in 2 Montana State Championship Track meets and a great linebacker.
 
I'd put Ron Rosenberg in there, as Rosie was starting MLB the end of his freshman year.

kemajic said:
SoCal Surfer said:
I was attending UM at that time I thought Wayne was a center on our offensive line. I believe he came from Washington. To me he had a LB body and weight but he was a lightweight for center.
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Like a lot of us, Wayne played both ways back then. Despite playing on a poor team, he was the best LB in the BSC in '64 and '65. His play would stand up well with the modern-day Griz LBs. Exceptional instincts and vision.
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armonte said:
? Hal Sherbeck was a Defensive back and is also a Basketball Hall of Fame member, 1957.

1951 game write up in Missoulian.

Dick Shadoan of Billings, one of four Griz quarterbacks, hits Nickel over the middle from 9 yards out for first of three fourth-quarter touchdowns. Team MVP Bob "Lefty" Byrne, also of Billings, scores his second TD from a foot out. Wold plunges in again after Hal Sherbeck of Big Sandy returns an interception 57 yards.
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Right on, fixed, thank ya.
 
Thanks to all for the recognition and kind words. I played primarily LB and occasionally filled in at center. Came to U of M from Yakima JC, All conference 1st team and 2nd team All-American there. Wasn’t recruited by U of M but approached coaches for a scholarship. I had family ties in Montana, my mother was raised in Deer Lodge. Started college at U of W on full ride scholarship but not a good fit for me. Going to U of M turned out to be a good decision and I enjoyed my time there. Also, lettered in track throwing the shot put. Graduated with a degree in business, class of ‘66. Thanks again, Wayne Harrington
 
#37 Jason Crebo should be in the HOF. He was one of the best LBs ever to play at the University of Montana. If I'm not mistaken he was Defensive POY at least twice in the Big Sky and was an All American 2 or 3 years. Crebo was a beast! And then #88 Raul Pacheco who has got to be one of the highest all time receivers at Montana. And I saw Scott Cragg on the list, which he was awesome, but so was Dave Kempfert.
 
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WayneH said:
Thanks to all for the recognition and kind words. I played primarily LB and occasionally filled in at center. Came to U of M from Yakima JC, All conference 1st team and 2nd team All-American there. Wasn’t recruited by U of M but approached coaches for a scholarship. I had family ties in Montana, my mother was raised in Deer Lodge. Started college at U of W on full ride scholarship but not a good fit for me. Going to U of M turned out to be a good decision and I enjoyed my time there. Also, lettered in track throwing the shot put. Graduated with a degree in business, class of ‘66. Thanks again, Wayne Harrington
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This is one of the things I LOVE about eGriz, and really, what keeps me coming back. You just never know who’s gonna pop in and make an appearance.

This is freaking awesome.
 
timjayko said:
Etu Molden
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Just had a friend who will remain in named call me and tell me that I'm not in the Montana HOF...how is that possible? They don't keep stats on targets...but I caught 90% of the balls ever thrown way. And was bar none the .ost physical receiver Montana ever had...and also a threat in all phases of the game. Not to mention the offensive leader in a championship team. If I'm not on it....it's not a real HOF.
 
Probably not a favorite, but how about coach Larry Donovan. Got the Griz to the playoffs and help get the stadium built. I know nothing about him personally, also was a Grey Cup winning coach.
 
OX Griz said:
Probably not a favorite, but how about coach Larry Donovan. Got the Griz to the playoffs and help get the stadium built. I know nothing about him personally, also was a Grey Cup winning coach.
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Agree, not a favorite. But he enabled the hiring of Don Read.
 
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