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PLAYERS OF THE WEEK
Harold Peterson
November 11, 1974
OFFENSE: Ohio State's Archie Griffin gained an NCAA record 100 or more yards for the 18th consecutive game. Against Illinois the 5'10" back had 144 and two touchdowns, despite leaving the game in the third quarter.
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November 11, 1974

Players Of The Week

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OFFENSE: Ohio State's Archie Griffin gained an NCAA record 100 or more yards for the 18th consecutive game. Against Illinois the 5'10" back had 144 and two touchdowns, despite leaving the game in the third quarter.

DEFENSE: Mike Smith of Florida, a 6'4" 230-pound defensive end, dumped Auburn's quarterback three times and accounted for a total of nine unassisted tackles plus four assists, aiding the Gators in their 25-14 upset victory.

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