16. Jeff Hostetler

Jeff Hostetler was a star student in Penn State in 1980s. He was fond of football and because of unfavorable playing conditions, despite with his 3.92 GPA, Hostetler decided to transfer to Morgantown. He continued his academic brilliance at his new school. He attained majors in finance and economics. He was also nominated for Rhodes scholarship, but Hostetler didn’t take it up. He wanted to pursue his career in the NFL.

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He played an important role in Giants’ victory at the Super Bowl XXV. After the 1994 season he received a Pro Bowl. He currently makes his leaving as an investor. He invests his NFL money in different ventures and seems to be doing quite well.