John Ferraro (1995) - USC Athletics Hall of Fame

John Ferraro

Induction:
1995

A 2-time All-American tackle (1944-47), John Ferraro lettered for 4 years (1943-44-46-47) at USC during World War II at a time when 4-year lettermen were rare. Regarded as one of USC's best-ever tackles, at 6-4 and 260 pounds he was one of the biggest players of his era. During his time, USC went 29-8-3 and played in 3 Rose Bowls. He is a member of the College Football Hall of Fame and the Rose Bowl Hall of Fame, and won the 1973 NCAA Silver Anniversary Award. Ferraro then became a long-time Los Angeles City Councilman. He died on April 17, 2001, at age 76.