Editor’s note: In June 1917, the Intercollegiate Conference of Faculty Representatives invited Michigan back into the league, increasing membership to 10 and eventually spawning the iconic “Big Ten” nickname. One hundred years later, Land of 10 will spend the summer looking at the history of America’s legendary conference and its teams. Our Ohio State coverage begins with a countdown of the top 100 football players in program history. Next up, Nos. 70-61. 100-91 90-81 80-71 No. 70: OL Jim Lachey (1981-84) Entering his senior season, Jim Lachey had made just four starts. But the St. Henry, Ohio, native saved his best for last, earning All-American honors as a guard in 1984 while paving the way for running back Keith Byars second-place Heisman Trophy finish. In 1985, the San Diego Chargers selected Lachey with the No. 12 overall pick of the NFL draft and he spent 11 years in the pros, earning three All-Pro…
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