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From Gridiron Glory to Jungle Survival: The Story of Tom Harmon
Old 98: The Golden Boy Who Fell From the Sky (Twice)
In the late 1930s, the name Tom Harmon was synonymous with unstoppable American athletic prowess. The University of Michigan’s single-wing tailback, number 98, was more than just a college football player; he was a phenomenon, the “Golden Boy” of the gridiron. He shattered records, won the Heisman Trophy in 1940, and famously earned a standing ovation from the rival Ohio State crowd in his final game—a show of respect so rare it remains legendary.
In 1941, Harmon was the first overall pick in the NFL draft and even starred in a movie about…
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