David Lee Francis (born April 15, 1941 in Columbus, Ohio) is a former American football fullback for the Ohio State Buckeyes from 1960 to 1962. Highly recruited nationally as a fullback prospect from Columbus West High School, Francis chose to attend his hometown university after being recruited by Woody Hayes. Drafted by the Washington Redskins, Francis played one year in the National Football League before his career was ended by injury. David is married to Polly Francis and lives in Fairview, Texas. David has two sons and two stepsons.