The Galloping Ghost

On October 18, 1924, Illinois was playing their first game at the new Memorial Stadium against Michigan.  To celebrate, Red Grange ran the ball 6 times in the first twelve minutes of the game.  With those carries he gained 265 yards and scored four touchdowns to help lead Illinois to a 39-4 win over the Wolverines.  The Gallping Ghost ended the game with 402 yards rushing and 6 TDs.