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Grand Valley State University Athletics

Hall of Fame

Eric Lynch

  • Class
    1998
  • Induction
    2004
  • Sport(s)
    Football
Eric Lynch was one of the most prolific offensive performers in Grand Valley State football history. Lynch was GVSU’s first-ever Harlon Hill Award finalist (1990-91) en route to earning All-America honors during his junior and senior campaigns. A two-time, First-Team All-GLIAC choice, Lynch concluded his career as the Lakers’ all-time scoring leader (362) and second on the rushing list (2,718). Eric rushed for 839 yards and 20 TDs as a junior, while toting the ball for 977 yards and 20 TDs his senior year. Lynch ranks in the top five of nine single-season and career categories. Grand Valley State was 37-10 during his four-year career, including two GLIAC Championships, the school’s first-ever undefeated regular season (1989/11-0)  and three NCAA DII playoff appearances. Following his stellar career, Lynch played for the Detroit Lions.
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