Reggie Bush regains his 2005 Heisman Trophy after it was taken away in 2010 due to NCAA violations. This reinstatement comes amidst significant changes in college athletics, including new rules allowing athletes to profit from their name and image.
Reggie Bush, a former football player, is getting back his Heisman Trophy from 2005. The Heisman Trust decided to give it back to him after he had to give it up in 2010.
Reason for the Return
The Heisman Trust looked at how college football has changed a lot recently. They decided it's the right time to give the trophy back to Reggie Bush.
Words from the Heisman Trust
Michael Comerford, who leads The Heisman Trophy Trust, said they're happy to have Reggie back in the Heisman family. He mentioned the big changes in college sports and said it's the perfect time to give Reggie his trophy again.
Reggie Bush's Response
Reggie Bush shared his joy on Instagram, saying that nobody can take away what's meant for him by God. He posted a picture of his Heisman Trophy.
Bush's Football Achievement
Reggie Bush won the Heisman in 2005 for being the best college football player. He played for the University of Southern California and did really well that year.
Why He Had to Give It Up
In 2010, Reggie Bush had to give back the Heisman Trophy because of a problem with the rules. He was found to have gotten gifts and money that players weren't supposed to get.
Changes in College Sports
Now, college athletes can earn money for things like using their name and image. This is called NIL, which stands for Name, Image, and Likeness.
Reggie Bush's Thoughts
Reggie Bush thinks that the NCAA only allowed NIL because they had to, not because they wanted to. He believes his situation helped people see the need for change.
Future Events
Reggie Bush will be invited to future Heisman Trophy ceremonies. Also, the University of Southern California will get a new trophy.
Bush's Gratitude
Reggie Bush is thankful for getting his trophy back. He says he always followed the rules and that the claims against him were false.
Record Holder
With Reggie's trophy back, the University of Southern California now has the most Heisman Trophy winners.
Support from Other Players
Johnny Manziel, another former football player who won the Heisman, thanked the Heisman Trust for giving Reggie his trophy back. He praised Reggie as a great person and said he deserved this.
Bush's Career
After playing for USC, Reggie Bush played in the NFL for 11 seasons. He played for several teams and won the Super Bowl with the New Orleans Saints.
Source: CNN
