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Maulbetsch, Johnny

Prepare to unearth the remarkable, yet often overlooked, football career of Johnny Maulbetsch, a true...

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"Maulbetsch, Johnny"

Prepare to unearth the remarkable, yet often overlooked, football career of Johnny Maulbetsch, a true iron man from the sport's early days. This series will dive into the accomplishments of a player who excelled at multiple positions and left a significant mark on both the college and professional game in the 1910s and 20s.

MAULBETSCH JOHNNY: Johnny Maulbetsch Iconic Halfback

From his formidable days as a star fullback and linebacker at the University of Michigan, where he earned All-American honors, to his impactful professional tenure with teams like the Canton Bulldogs and Detroit Heralds, Maulbetsch was a dominant presence. Discover the era-defining talent and rugged play that solidified Johnny Maulbetsch's legacy as a pioneer and a powerful force on the gridiron.

  • DOB: June 20
  • EVENTDAY: June 20
  • FOOTBALL NAME: Johnny Maulbetsch, Maulbetsch Johnny
  • FOOTBALL POSITION: Halfback
  • FOOTBALL TEAM: Michigan Wolverines
  • NCAAF JERSEY: Number B4
  • SPORTS: College Football Hall of Fame
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FOOTBALL NAME | Maulbetsch Johnny

"Johnny Maulbetsch Iconic Halfback"

June 20, 1890 - Ann Arbor, Michigan - Johnny Maulbetsch, who played for Adrian and the University of Michigan as a halfback, was born. According to the National Football Foundation, Johnny played on the 1911 team at Adrian College; the team posted an 8-0 record. He enrolled at Michigan and played three years, 1914-16.  The "Featherweight Fullback" as he was known, earned Walter Camp's All-America honors as a sophomore in 1914. Maulbetsch was a handsome, gentle personality who brought a new finesse style of play to those days of hard nosed football. As a Wolverine captain and a senior in 1916, Maulbetsch led Michigan to one of its finest records. The Wolverines won 7 straight games, dominating their foes with wide-open offense and a stingy defense. Then, in the final two games of the campaign, Michigan grudgingly fell to Cornell (23-20) and Pennsylvania (10-7). Even today, Michigan football enthusiasts recall the special spirit Maulbetsch brought to the game.

Following each spring practice, the John Maulbetsch Award is presented to the freshman candidate who best displays the desire Maulbetsch fostered during his playing days. The College Football Hall of Fame proudly placed a display in honor of Johnny Maulbetsch into their legendary museum in 1973.