As I settled into my new surroundings, I quickly learned that Boulder was abuzz with excitement over a local hero: Dr. Joe Romig, an All-America football player and future Rhodes Scholar.

The dynamic tandem join the company of quarterback/halfback Byron White, (No. 24), guard/linebacker Joe Romig (No. 67), quarterback/tailback Bobby Anderson (No. 11 ) and the late tailback Rashaan ...