Hall of Fame
David Kircus established himself as one of the greatest college football receivers of all time and put up back-to-back seasons that are unmatched in terms of receptions, yards and touchdown productivity. Kircus hauled in 222 receptions for 4,142 yards and 80 touchdowns during his career, all GVSU records. In addition, Kircus ranks first in scoring with 464 points and third in all-purpose yards with 4,908. David ranks first all- time in GLIAC history in game (5), season (26) and career touchdown receptions (57), while his 3,333 career receiving yards is third. Kircus caught 81 passes for 1,682 yards and 35 TDs as a junior in 2001, followed by a 77-catch season in 2002 for 1,341 yards and 35 TDs. His 35 touchdown reception campaigns in 2001 and 2002 are the top single-season totals in the history of college football, regardless of division. David broke the 100-yard receiving mark 15 times during his career, including four of 200 yards or more. He caught 11 passes for 270 yards and three TDs in the 2002 National Championship game, all championship game single-game records. His last reception went for 10 yards and proved to be the game-winning touchdown that led the Lakers to their first National Championship. Kircus was a consensus All-American during the 2001 and 2002 football campaigns, while also earning GLIAC Offensive Back of the Year honors.
