Inducted 2004
Date of Birth
2/9/1957
Birthplace
Malden, MA
School
Northeastern University (1975-1978)
Bio
Perhaps the greatest player in Northeastern University history, Dan Ross is the first Huskie to be inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame. After his final game, the school retired his #84 jersey. As a senior, he was elected as a first-team FCS All-America and became one of the few tight ends to led the nation in receiving. He also received awards as the best player in New England. While a stellar blocker, he set school records for single-season receptions (58), career catches (153), single season reception yardage (988) and career reception yards (2,343). In the professional ranks, Ross played for ten seasons in the NFL and USFL. He earned All-Star honors in both leagues. In a Super Bowl contest with the Cincinnati Bengals he set a Super Bowl record by catching 11 passes.
Stats
Height 6'4
Weight 235
Career Highlights
- 1978 First Team All-America (FCS)
- 1978 Led nation in receiving (FCS)
Class of 2004
Halfback
Bob Anderson
Middle Guard
Tony Casillas
Quarterback
Harold Davis
Linebacker
Frank Emanuel
Cornerback
Darrell Green
Punter
Ray Guy
Center
Wayne Harris
Halfback
Garney Henley
Halfback
Jackie Hunt
Quarterback
Joe Kapp
Tight End
Jim Mandich
Running Back
Lydell Mitchell
Defensive Tackle
Tracy Rocker
Tight End
Dan Ross
Wide Receiver
Bill Stromberg
Safety
Jack Tatum
Quarterback
Andre Ware
Tight End
Charles Young
Coach
Tom Beck
Coach
LaVell Edwards
Coach
Charlie Richard
Coach
Dick Strahm
Coach
George Welsh
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