Art Poe College Football Hall of Fame Princeton player

Born March 22, 1879, in Baltimore, Maryland, was Art Poe, the great end of Princeton University. According to some accounts, he was poetry in motion; after all, he was the nephew of the famous writer Edgar Allen Poe.

Art Poe was a 1969 inductee of the College Football Hall of Fame by the National Football Foundation. Poe was a member of the Princeton Tigers and had five famous Gridiron brothers, all the nephews of poet Edgar Allen Poe.

Art Poe was a standout football player for Princeton University in the late 19th century. Known for his exceptional athleticism and determination, Poe was a key figure in Princeton's college football dominance during that era. Despite his relatively small stature, he possessed incredible speed and agility, making him a formidable force on the field.

Poe's impact on the game was significant. His clutch performances in rivalry games against Yale, including a game-winning drop kick, solidified his legendary status. His contributions to Princeton football earned him All-American honors and a place in the College Football Hall of Fame.