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  Anthony Anderson

Anthony Anderson

Player Profile

Event:
Football

Date Inducted:
October 21, 1994

The second leading ground-gainer in Temple football history, he earned both All-American and All-East honors following the 1976 season. He led the Owls in rushing in 1976 and 1977. He carried the ball 583 times for 2,610 yards. He ran for 22 touchdowns including 11 TD's in 1977. He gained 803 yards in 1976, averaging 4.6 yards a carry. His top yardage game came against Drake in 1977 when he netted 217 yards and scored twice in the Owls' 42-0 victory. He bettered the 100 yard mark four times and his second best output was 159 yards against Akron in 1976. Played professionally with the Pittsburgh Steelers (where he earned a Super Bowl ring), Atlanta Falcons and Philadelphia Stars. Named to the State of Delaware Sports Hall of Fame and McKeon High School Hall of Fame.

 

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