44 days until kickoff, and Mike Karney was the last great fullback

Arizona State v Washington State | Otto Greule Jr/GettyImagesThe fullback position doesn't get enough credit for the hard work they do, especially with the position largely being phased out in college football and especially in the NFL. Case Hatch - who's now embarking on a wrestling career with the Big 12's newest partner, the WWE - made our countdown list earlier this summer because his stellar play reminded everyone of today's spotlight player, the legend that is Mike Karney.

A California native who grew up in Washington, Karney's physicality and motor were apparent in high school. Playing at a time before online recruiting rankings, Karney's claim to fame was being named the 15th best…