Ernie Nevers was an American football player who was known for his versatility and athleticism. He was born in 1903 in Wisconsin and attended Stanford University where he was a standout football player. After college, Nevers joined the Duluth Eskimos of the National Football League (NFL) in 1926 and was an immediate success. He was the first player to ever score four touchdowns in a single game and was the first player to ever rush for over 100 yards in a single game. Nevers was also the first player to ever throw for over 300 yards in a single game.

Nevers was a two-time All-Pro selection and was named to the NFL's All-Decade Team for the 1920s. He was also the first player to ever be named the NFL's Most Valuable Player, an award he won in 1929. Nevers was also a successful professional baseball player, playing for the St. Louis Browns of the American League.

Nevers retired from professional football in 1929 and returned to the NFL in 1936 as a coach for the Chicago Cardinals. He coached the Cardinals for three seasons, leading them to a division title in 1938. Nevers also served as a coach for the Chicago Bears in 1940.

Throughout his career, Nevers was known for his toughness and athleticism. He was a two-way player, playing both offense and defense, and was one of the most dominant players of his era. Nevers was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1963 and is remembered as one of the greatest players in NFL history.

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