Middle Linebacker
No. 67
Southeast Louisiana
"The Giants' No. 3 draft choice for 1971, Hornsby stepped into a starting role at middle linebacker and was outstanding in his rookie year, being named to the NFC's All-Rookie team. A sure and deadly tackler, he improved with each game and has vast potential at middle linebacker. He had a big game in the 21-17 victory over Atlanta, making nine solo tackles and assisting on five others and also sacked the passer for a seven-yard loss.
Ron was the middle linebacker in 1972, but was switched to the outside last season. He's also performed with distinction on special teams.
Hornsby earned four letters at Southeast Louisiana and was selected all-conference three years in succession. He was twice the conference's MVP on defense, captain of the team his senior year and was named to the Kodak All-American team. Ron played in the Senior Bowl, where he was named defensive captain, and scored a touchdown in that game on a 46-yard interception return.
Ron was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana but grew up in Greensburg, Louisiana where he starred at Greensburg High School."
-1974 New York Giants Media Guide
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