Former USC Trojans running back Reggie Bush will soon reunite with the Heisman Trophy that is deservedly his own.
Over a decade ago, in 2010, Bush forfeited the trophy that he earned in 2005 due to receiving “improper benefits” while at USC. But now after spending far too long away from the award he worked so hard to receive, the Heisman Trust informed Bush that he will receive it back on Wednesday.
The Heisman Trust cited “enormous changes” in college football that went into the decision, per ESPN. This is something fans have wanted for years, but especially after new NIL policies became rampant in the NCAA.
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Exclusive: Reggie Bush is getting his 2005 Heisman Trophy back, ESPN has learned, with a formal “reinstatement” of the trophy coming today. The decision comes amid what the Heisman Trust calls “enormous changes in the college football landscape.” https://t.co/ug2Q0rOeh7 pic.twitter.com/dwK7wd3I7b
— Pete Thamel (@PeteThamel) April 24, 2024
Bush was excited when he heard the news (via ESPN):
“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.”
He wasn’t the only one thrilled about the decision from the Heisman Trust, though.
Fans were so happy for Reggie Bush
BREAKING NEWS 🚨
REGGIE BUSH IS GETTING HIS HEISMAN BACK! 🔥pic.twitter.com/8EDDO48ccB
— Complex Sports (@ComplexSports) April 24, 2024
The 'Get Up' crew reacts to the news that Reggie Bush is getting his Heisman Trophy back with a standing ovation. pic.twitter.com/QSz2KaPgVv
— Awful Announcing (@awfulannouncing) April 24, 2024
Reggie Bush was electric in college, man. to the point where every single time he got the ball I thought he was gonna score no matter what.
glad they’re doing right by him.
— Capital M (@Mariannoo) April 24, 2024
Reggie Bush got his Heisman Trophy Back. You LOVE to see it. https://t.co/8SZukUV9VI pic.twitter.com/ajtgLzXJXC
— Robert Griffin III (@RGIII) April 24, 2024
Reggie Bush is getting his 2015 Heisman back 🐐🔥 pic.twitter.com/1uwwMSeCH5
— Football Is Life (@FootbaIl_Tweets) April 24, 2024
Regarding Reggie Bush… about damn time. Dude was one of the most electric college football players of all time. pic.twitter.com/eiuhoIuOEs
— trey wingo (@wingoz) April 24, 2024
Some good news for a change, Reggie Bush is RIGHTFULLY getting his Heisman Trophy back!! 👌🏿 pic.twitter.com/7f0KGIAp5n
— Ike Reese (@Ike58Reese) April 24, 2024
The TL should be filled with Reggie bush highlights. I’m popping bottles right now
— year 21 (@johnrivers131) April 24, 2024
