George E. Julian
| Date of birth | February 6, 1893 |
|---|---|
| Date of death | July 28, 1977 (age 84) |
| Career information | |
| Position(s) | Fullback |
| US college | Michigan Agricultural |
| Career highlights and awards | |
George Edward "Carp" Julian (February 6, 1893 – July 28, 1977) was an American football player. He played at the fullback position at Michigan Agricultural College (MAC), now known as Michigan State University, from 1911 to 1914.[1] He was selected by Walter Eckersall in 1913 as a first-team All-American fullback.[2] He also served as captain of MAC's 1914 football team.[3] He later played professional football for Jim Thorpe's Canton Bulldogs in 1915 and 1916, gaining 205 yards in four games.[4]
References
- ^ E. A. Batchelor (December 1, 1914). "Capt. Julian, of M. A. C., Is Worthy of a Place on Any Ideal Football Combination". Detroit Free Press. p. 8.
- ^ Steve Grinczel (2004). Michigan State Football: They Are Spartans. Arcadia Publishing. p. 16.
- ^ "Julian Chosen Captain of the M. A. C. Eleven: Great Fullback is Named to Lead Green and White on Gridiron in 1914". Detroit Free Press. November 18, 1913.
- ^ Bob Gill (1990). "A Legend Comes to Life". The Coffin Corner. profootballresearchers.org.