15 Most Famous Michigan Sports Alumni

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9. Elroy Hirsch

Crazylegs Hirsch was a four sport athlete at Michigan. He lettered in football, basketball, baseball, and track, but excelled the most at football. Hirsch played in the NFL from 1946-57 at both running back and receiver. He was a three time Pro Bowler and two time first team All-Pro. His best season came in 1951 when he had 66 catches, 1495 receiving yards, and 17 touchdowns; He helped the LA Rams win the NFL championship that same year. Hirsch is part of both the College Football and Pro Football Hall of Fame.

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