Football
Herschel Walker
1982 Heisman Trophy
- 011982 Heisman Trophy
- 02College Football Hall of Fame Class of 1999
The story
Herschel Walker won the Heisman Trophy at Georgia before playing in the USFL and NFL. His freshman season helped Georgia secure a national championship.
Walker rushed for 5,097 yards in three seasons at Georgia, finishing in the top three in Heisman voting each year. He won the award in 1982 after producing 1,752 rushing yards and 16 touchdowns as a junior.
In focus
A multi-sport competitor+
Alongside football, Walker earned All-America recognition in collegiate track. His athletic experience has also included bobsledding and mixed martial arts.
From Georgia to the pros+
Walker began his professional career with the USFL’s New Jersey Generals before playing in the NFL for Dallas, Minnesota, Philadelphia and New York. He entered the College Football Hall of Fame in 1999.
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References & photography
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Career reference 1Photo: www.dallascowboys.com