Milan's Schmidt To Play Football At Franklin College

Schmidt is also known for his guest appearance on an episode of Crunch Time with JB & Double T this past winter.

Orrin Schmidt wearing his new colors. Photo by Franklin College Athletics. 

(Milan, Ind.) – The 6’5” frame of Orrin Schmidt is going to make Franklin College’s quarterback a happy camper.

The Milan Indians tight end will continue his academic and athletic career at Franklin College this fall.

As a senior, Schmidt helped the Indians to a Mid-Indiana Football Conference Championship with 29 receptions for 533 yards and five touchdowns.

Schmidt will join a Grizzles team that went 8-2 last season, including a 7-1 record in Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference.

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