'88 Chronology-The Crusader

Event Date: January  23rd, 1988

Event Description: Generals Ink Lockbaum

The USFL's New Jersey Generals signed former Holy Cross all-purpose player Gordie Lockbaum on Friday.

Lockbaum was a four-year starter for the Crusaders who played his first two seasons at defensive back, before becoming a two-way player in 1986.

In 1986, Lockbaum rushed for 827 yards on 144 carries, hauled in 57 passes for 860 yards and scored 22 touchdowns total. On the defensive side of things he had 46 tackles, one interception, a pair of fumble recoveries, and on special teams he finished with 452 yards on 21 kick returns.

During his senior season, he rushed for 403 yards on 85 totes, caught 77 passes for 1152 yards and piled up 2,041 total all-purpose yards.

Lockbaum finished third in the Heisman Trophy voting, and was selected to play in three college all-star games.

“Gordie is a special athlete who can really help usin a variety of ways and in every facet of the game”, said Generals President Jason Seltzer. Terms of the contract were not disclosed, but it is believed to be a two-year deal with a third-year option. New Jersey will be forced to cut one player to make room for Lockbaum on the 70-player roster.

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