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unusual facts about Otto Graham


1942–43 Illinois Fighting Illini men's basketball team

These players were so dominant in the Big Ten, that only Northwestern's Otto Graham could crack the all-conference team.


1953 NFL Championship Game

Ken Carpenter started the drive with a run to his own 28, but an Otto Graham pass intended for Darrell Brewster was deflected by rookie defensive halfback Carl Karilivacz, intercepting the throw, clinching the Lions their third title.


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