Don McCauley

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Don McCauley was a tailback for the University of North Carolina from 1968 to 1970.

He was a two-time First Team All-Conference selection and two-time Conference Player of the Year. He garnered the 1971 ACC Athlete of the Year award. He broke just about every rushing record possible.^{[citation needed]}

The versatile McCauley contributed to the team as a receiver, rusher, kick returner, and punter, leading the team in most categories. In 1970 he led the nation in rushing with 1,720 yards and all-purpose running with 2,021 yards. His 1,720 yards rushing broke the NCAA record and continues to withstand the test of time ranking as the second highest total in ACC history and the highest at North Carolina. A consensus All-America selection and team captain his senior year, McCauley led the conference in scoring with 21 touchdowns for 126 points and continues to hold numerous school records. His career numbers show 5,014 all-purpose yards compiled from 3,172 rushing yards, 786 yards receiving, and 1,056 yards on kick returns. In addition, he led the team in punting with 48 punts for 1,845 yards - a 38.4 yard average.

He played 11 seasons with the Baltimore Colts.

Preceded by Charlie Scott

ACC Athlete of the Year 1971

Succeeded by Barry Parkhill