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Paul Girgash
CollegeMichigan
ConferenceBig Ten
SportFootball
PositionInside Linebacker
Jersey #50
Career1979–1982
Height6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
Weight208 lb (94 kg)
High schoolSt. Edward, Lakewood Ohio


Paul Girgash is a former leading tackler on defense for the University of Michigan football team from 1979 - 1982[1]. Girgash was a three year starter and a Team Captain for the 1982 season. [2] Girgash was part of the 1980 Michigan defense that went 22 consecutive quarters without allowing a touchdown including four quarters against Washington in the 1981 Rose Bowl.[3] Girgash recorded 8 tackles in that game. Twice in his career Girgash recorded 19 total tackles, including his 1982 performance in 'The Game' vs. Ohio State.[4] Wolverines

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  1. ^ [1]Bentley Historical Library - University of Michigan Football Rosters
  2. ^ Bentley Historical Library - University of Michigan Athletics History
  3. ^ Bentley Historical Library - Michigan's Bowl Game History
  4. ^ University of Michigan Athletics - Stats
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