Reggie Bush Set to Reclaim Heisman Trophy
Reggie Bush is reclaiming his 2005 Heisman Memorial Trophy, which he had to forfeit in 2010. We discuss it here!
Reggie Bush signals a first down during a game in 2006 vs UCLA.
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By: Joshua Martin
As a part of a decision made by the Heisman Trust Wednesday (April 24th), the Heisman Trophy is returning to Reggie Bush and its replica to the University of Southern Cal. Bush will also be allowed to attend all future Heisman Trophy ceremonies starting this fall.
The Heisman Trust’s decision comes after Bush forfeited his Heisman trophy back in 2010 in the wake of NCAA sanctions for USC. These violations included Bush receiving improper benefits during his Trojans career, spanning from 2003 to 2005.
“Recognizing that the compensation of student athletes is an accepted practice and appears here to stay, these fundamental changes in college athletics led the Trust to decide that now is the right time to return the Trophy to Bush, who unquestionably was the most outstanding college football player of 2005.”
The NCAA vacated 14 victories in which Reggie Bush played including the Trojans impressive victory over Oklahoma after the 2004 season. USC’s sanctions also included the vacating of the 2004 national title, the first time a major college football champion had been stripped of its championship.
“Personally, I’m thrilled to reunite with my fellow Heisman winners and be a part of the storied legacy of the Heisman Trophy, and I’m honored to return to the Heisman family. I also look forward to working together with the Heisman Trust to advance the values and mission of the organization.”
Bush’s impressive play on the field made him one of the most transcendent college athletes of all time. He averaged 8.5 yards per touch from scrimmage during his USC career, including rushing for 1,740 yards and 8.7 yards per carry on only 200 carries during his Heisman campaign. Bush was so dominant that season that his 784 first-place votes are the fifth most in Heisman Trophy history. Bush went on to become the No. 2 overall pick in the 2006 draft by the New Orleans Saints.
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Reggie Bush Is On A Quest To Get His Heisman Trophy Back In NCAA Defamation Lawsuit
Former NFL player and Super Bowl champion Reggie Bush seeks to regain his NCAA Heisman Trophy after a cash and gifts scandal, challenging the NCAA's denial with a defamation lawsuit and addressing new rules on athlete image profiting. We discuss it here!
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By: Gentel Sharrie
In 2010 Former NFL Player and Super Bowl Champion Reggie Bush had to give up his NCAA Heisman Trophy that he won in 2005 because he received over $300,000 in cash and gifts during his collegiate career, which was against the NCAA rules. Now Reggie Bush is fighting to get his Heisman Trophy back after the NCAA denied him back in 2021, even though the NCAA put out new rules that athletes can start profiting off of their image.
Reggie Bush, University of Southern California tailback holds the Heisman Trophy during the 2005 Heisman Trophy presentation at the Hard Rock Cafe in New York City, New York on December 10, 2005. Bush received 2,541 points on the ballot.
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On August 23rd, 2023 Reggie Bush held a press conference at the Los Angeles Coliseum, after filing a defamation lawsuit against the NCAA. During the press conference, Bush’s attorney stated. “Most recently, the NCAA has made a statement about me, accusing me of engaging in a pay-for-play arrangement, which is 100% not true," Bush said in a statement."Not only is it not true, but there is no evidence to even support that claim. This action seeks to hold the NCAA accountable for its unlawful conduct and for the damages, mental anguish, humiliation, and embarrassment it has caused Mr. Bush by the NCAA’s false and defamatory statement.”
Reggie Bush, University of Southern California tailback holds the Heisman Trophy during the 2005 Heisman Trophy presentation at the Hard Rock Cafe in New York City, New York on December 10, 2005. Bush received 2,541 points on the ballot.
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The NCAA released a statement saying “Although college athletes can now receive benefits from their names, images, and likenesses through activities like endorsements and appearances, NCAA rules still do not permit pay-for-play type arrangements. The NCAA infractions process exists to promote fairness in college sports. The rules that govern fair play are voted on, agreed to, and expected to be upheld by all NCAA member schools.”
During Reggie Bush’s amazing collegiate Heisman career, he rushed 1740 yards and scored 18 touchdowns. Bush then went on to continue his career in the NFL where he played for the New Orleans Saints where he won a Super Bowl championship, he also played for the Miami Dolphins, and Detroit Lions.
MIAMI GARDENS, FL - FEBRUARY 07: Reggie Bush #25 of the New Orleans Saints holds the Vince Lombardi Trophy in the locker room after defeating the Indianapolis Colts during Super Bowl XLIV on February 7, 2010, at Sun Life Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida.
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