There are...
...days until Ron Kramer (End 1953-1957) supports the Wolverines in spirit as they open their 143rd season on September 3rd at Michigan Stadium!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ron_Kramer
Go Blue.
One of the greatest (yet still underrated) Michigan athletes of all time. Here is his charity roast from 2000, featuring several Wolverine icons...
A fun watch for sure. Enjoy!
Since Mr. Kramer's number is part of the exclusive group of retired ones, there is no NIL Spotlight to be had for #87.
In lieu of that, I (as a resident host of a series on mgoblog involving historical elements) am gonna give today's resurrection of "This Month In MGoBlog History" an additional plug!
Ron Kramer, exhibit A for "An Apple a Day".
https://vault.si.com/vault/2001/12/17/tom-maentz-and-ron-kramer-november-12-1956
"... drafted by the Detroit Pistons". Incredible.
Question for those who know Michigan lore best:
Isn't Ron Kramer one of the University's best ever? Like top 10, top 15 players?