Santa Clara bio of the legend Buck Shaw

Born March 28, 1899, in Mitchellville, Iowa, was College Football Hall of Fame Coach Buck Shaw. Shaw led teams such as the NC State Wolfpack, Nevada, Santa Clara, California Golden Bears, Air Force Academy in the college ranks and then jumped to the NFL with San Francisco 49ers and even won an NFL Championship 1960 on staff with the Philadelphia Eagles. During that 1960 season Shaw won the NFL's Coach of the Year award guiding the Eagles to a 10-2-0 record and a a berth in the playoffs, and one of his players, Quarterback Norm Van Brocklin was the MVP of the League.

Dive into the gridiron greats with this collection of articles exploring the lives and legacies of American college football Hall of Fame players. Each piece delves into the on-field heroics that secured their place in history, from jaw-dropping touchdowns to strategic brilliance. But these articles go beyond the stats, uncovering the personal stories that shaped these legends. You'll discover their journeys from high school prospects to national stars, the challenges they overcame, and the impact they left on the game they loved. Whether you're a die-hard fan or simply appreciate sporting excellence, this collection offers a captivating look at the men who forever changed the landscape of college football.

The College Football Hall of Fame is a hall of fame and interactive attraction devoted to college football. The National Football Foundation members select historic players, coaches, and contributors who rose above their peers in collegiate gridiron history to their College Football Hall of Fame. We are happy to help this legendary museum celebrate the stars and innivators of the gridiron with these individual tributes.