Written By: Nathan Skinner
Canes Rising Contributor
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| Chuck Foreman (Photo Credit: University of Miami Athletics Archive) |
Another Thursday, another entry in our "Forgotten 'Canes" series. Today is all about Chuck Foreman, a running back at The U in the early 70s. The 70s were an awful time for Miami athletics, starting with the cancellation of the basketball program in 1971, and the continued instability of the football program. Through all of the sadness, through all of the losing, a beacon of light emerged, and his name was Chuck. Born Walter Eugene Foreman, he arrived at Miami from Frederick, Maryland. A versatile player, he played both running back, and defensive back at The U. Foreman, who was just as adept at catching the football, as he was running with it, ended up being one of the first multi-purpose backs.
Chuck went on to win NFC Rookie of the Year honors in 1973. From there, he built a career that included 5 appearances in the Pro Bowl, and 4 All-Pro selections. He played in multiple Super Bowls and is a member of the Minnesota Vikings Ring of Honor. Not bad for a guy who never got the chance to show his talents on the national stage while he was a 'Cane!
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