Gray Horse (American football) facts for kids
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| Position: | Guard / Halfback / Wingback |
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| Height: | 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m) |
| Weight: | 190 lb (86 kg) |
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| College: | None |
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Gray Horse was a professional football player. He played in the National Football League (NFL) during the 1923 season. He was known for his skills as a guard, halfback, and wingback.
Playing Professional Football
Gray Horse joined the NFL in 1923. He played for a unique team called the Oorang Indians. This team was special because all its players were Native Americans. The Oorang Indians were based in LaRue, Ohio.
The Oorang Indians Team
The Oorang Indians team was coached by the famous athlete Jim Thorpe. Thorpe was a well-known Olympic gold medalist and professional football player. Gray Horse himself was a member of the Chippewa tribe. The team brought together talented Native American players from different tribes.
A Memorable Play
On November 4, 1923, Gray Horse played in a game against the Chicago Bears. During this game, he was involved in a very memorable play. Gray Horse fumbled the football. A fumble is when a player loses control of the ball.
A Bears player named George Halas quickly picked up the fumbled ball. Halas then ran 98 yards for a touchdown. A touchdown is worth six points in football. This play set a record in the NFL. It was the longest touchdown run ever made after picking up a fumbled ball.
