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100 Teams in 100 Days: Chic Harley Returns in 1919, Cements his Name in Ohio State Lore

As we count down the rich and storied history of Ohio State football, we look back at the 1919 Buckeyes, who welcomed back the great Chic Harley.

Ohio State Football: 100 Teams in 100 Days

The Buckeyes entered their 30th season of football with renewed confidence. World War I was over and many of the players who left to fight were back on the team for the 1919 season. Key among them was senior Chic Harley who had never lost a game in an Ohio State uniform.

The year was to be a pivotal one, for both the team, and a future stadium, and Harley was to play a huge role.