THE HEISMAN MEMORIAL TROPHY

1938 Davey O'Brien Texas Christian Quarterback This 5'7" 150-pounder sparked TCU to an undefeated season his senior hear; he threw 194 passes, completed 110 for 1733 yards and 19 TDs. He holds the all-time college record for most total plays - 400. After a brilliant 15-7 SugarBowl victory in 1939, the Philadelphia Eagles beckoned with a $12,000 bonus and two-year contract. In his first Pro season, he passed for 1324 yards, breaking Sammy Baugh's record; in his second season completed 33 of 60 passes against the Redskins, another record. Davey retired to become an FBI agent. In the early 50s he became a business executive. He died November 18, 1977. Elected to the NFF&C Hall of Fame in 1955.

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