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Former UT Kicker Charged in $2 Million Ponzi Scheme

January 25, 2013
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Former UT Kicker Charged in $2 Million Ponzi Scheme

In Austin, Russell Erxleben is still heralded for kicking the longest field goal in NCAA history when he successfully split the uprights on a 67-yard field goal attempt back in October 1, 1977.  The former Longhorn and three-time All-American was drafted by the NFL’s New Orleans Saints.  Unfortunately, after unsuccessful attempts to return to football, Erxleben led himself to a life of crime.  Most recently, he was arrested on Thursday for running a $2 million Ponzi scheme that could land the...

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