Former All-American running back Eric Penick has died, Notre Dame announced Saturday. He was 71 years old. His cause of death is unknown. “We are deeply saddened by the passing of Eric Penick ...

A Cleveland native from Gates Mills (Ohio) Gilmour Academy, Penick rushed for 1,327 yards on 238 carries in an Irish uniform. He paced the ’72 squad in rushing with 727 yards and five touchdowns.