Dave Preston (1982) - Hall of Fame - Bowling Green State University Athletics

Dave Preston

Induction:
1982
Class:
1977

Dave Preston was a leading rusher in Bowling Green football history and also played for the Denver Broncos. A native of Beavercreek, Ohio, and a 1973 graduate of Defiance High School, Preston lettered as a freshman for the Falcons in 1973, and then was the starting tailback for the next three seasons. Preston wound up with 3,423 career rushing yards.

As a sophomore, he rushed for 1,414 yards and scored 19 touchdowns, finishing fifth in the nation in both rushing and scoring. He was a first team All-MAC selection and received honorable mention All-American honors. Preston missed three games as a junior with injuries, yet still rushed for 875 yards and scored 14 touchdowns to earn second team All-MAC honors. He was again a second team All-MAC pick as a senior when he rushed for 989 yards and scored eight touchdowns. He was also named second team Academic All-American as a senior.

Preston, who ended his career with 10 MAC career records, was drafted in the 12th round by the New England Patriots. He spent the 1977 season on he Patriots' taxi squad before joining the Broncos in 1978.

Dave Preston was inducted to the BGSU Athletic Hall of Fame in 1982.