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No. 39, Heisman Trophy Winner and Two-Sport Pro Vic Janowicz

One of Ohio State's most versatile players ever, the three-tool Vic Janowicz was a halfback, safety, punter, and kicker for Ohio State, culminating in a Heisman Trophy win.

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b. Feb. 26, 1930 (Elyria, OH)
d. Feb. 27, 1996 (Columbus, OH)

  • Heisman Trophy Winner (1950)
  • College Football Hall of Fame Inductee (1976)
  • Two-sport professional (played in both MLB and NFL)

A three-year starter (freshmen weren't eligible to play until 1972), Janowicz was one of Ohio State's finest players ever, becoming just the second Buckeye to win the Heisman Trophy after his junior season in 1950.