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1978 | Mike Garrett | Running Back

Mike-Garrett

Garrett spent five very productive seasons with the Chiefs before finishing his NFL career with the San Diego Chargers (1970-73) . . . Is the fourth-leading rusher in Chiefs history, churning out 3246 yards and 23 touchdowns on 736 carries . . . Also caught 141 passes for 1,231 yards and seven scores . . . Led team in rushing three times, including the 1967 season when he gained 1,087 yards . . . Was an All-AFL choice in 1966-67 . . . Scored a five-yard TD against the Minnesota Vikings in Super Bowl IV victory . . . Wore jersey number 21 . . . Winner of the 1965 Heisman Trophy . . . College Football Hall of Famer started Southern Cal's long legacy of talented tailbacks . . . Was selected by Kansas City in the 20th round of the 1966 AFL Draft . . . Born April 12, 1944 in Los Angeles.