Rick Galbos (born July 21, 1951) is a former

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who played in the

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Early life and high school

Galbos grew up in

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and attended

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, where he was a member of the track, swimming and football teams. As a senior, he quarterbacked Mentor to an undefeated season and the number two ranking in the state while also passing and rushing for 900 yards. Galbos was inducted into the News-Herald High School Sports Hall of Fame in 2016.

College career

Galbos was a member of the Ohio State Buckeyes for four seasons. He was moved to running back and was the team's starting wingback as a junior and as a senior, when he was also a team captain. He finished his collegiate career with 859 rushing yards on 197 carries and 4 touchdowns and caught 21 passes for 293 yards and one touchdown.

Professional career

Galbos was selected in the ninth round of the 1973 NFL Draft by the

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, but opted to instead sign with the

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of the

(CFL). The Roughriders traded him to the

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before the start of his rookie season. That season he served primarily as a blocking back for Willie Burden. Galbos was traded to the

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during the 1977 season and was a member of the team as they won the Grey Cup. After the season he was signed by the Redskins and suffered a hamstring injury in training camp.

Post-football

Galbos remained in Canada after his playing career ended and now works in the construction business.

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Galbos, Rick 1951 births Living people American football running backs Canadian football running backs Ohio State Buckeyes football players Players of American football from Ohio Calgary Stampeders players Montreal Alouettes players