Harold "Red" Grange, famously nicknamed "The Galloping Ghost," was a legendary American football halfback whose electrifying talent helped legitimize professional football in the United States. He first rose to national prominence as a three-time consensus All-American at the University of Illinois, where his most famous performance saw him score four touchdowns in the first twelve minutes against Michigan in 1924. Grange's decision to sign with the NFL's Chicago Bears in 1925 drew massive crowds and media attention, transforming the league's public perception and financial viability. As a charter member of both the College and Pro Football Halls of Fame, his impact on the sport's popularity and development is considered immeasurable.