Red Raiders at 1,000: Holub the top center

E.J. HolubAbout this series: A-J Media counts down 1,000 hours to the 1,000th football game.

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Center: E.J. Holub

The reason why: Assemble of a list of Texas Tech’s five greatest players regardless of position, and Holub’s probably on that list. “The Beast” was Tech’s first two-time first-team all-American in 1959 and 1960, knocking heads at center and linebacker. His spot in the College Football Hall of Fame, the Tech Ring of Honor and his retired jersey attest to greatness.

As if that’s not enough, Holub’s larger-than-life personality and cowboy presence make him unforgettable. Spike Dykes, at halftime of Dykes’ last game, called upon…