Vincent dePaul Draddy (died July 8, 1990) was an American

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and former scholar-athlete at

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. He later became associated with the

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name and brand, which he helped popularize.

Manhattan College

While at Manhattan College, Draddy played football, basketball, and golf. Draddy was also a

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r and former chairman of the National Football Foundation. The Vincent dePaul Draddy Trophy, now known as the William V. Campbell Trophy, is awarded annually by the National Football Foundation and is given to the American college football player with the best combination of academics, community service, and on-field performance. It is considered by many to be the "Academic Heisman". Draddy Gymnasium on the college's campus is named in his honor.

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