Reggie Bush to get 2005 Heisman Trophy back as former USC Trojans star wins long battle


by CBS Sports

CBS Sports— The Heisman Trust is expected to announce the return of Bush's trophy on Wednesday, per ESPN.

CBS Sports—Reggie Bush's 2005 Heisman Trophy reinstated as former USC Trojans star wins long battle. The Heisman Trust is reinstating Reggie Bush's 2005 Heisman Trophy, the organization announced Wednesday, marking the end of a long battle...

Los Angeles Times—Why did Reggie Bush lose his Heisman Trophy? How did the former USC star get it back?. Former USC running back Reggie Bush won the Heisman Trophy in 2005, lost it in 2010 and finally got it back this week. It's been a long, strange trip for the player who went on to win a Super Bowl in the NFL and serve as a college football analyst on Fox. Here's a look back at how it all unfolded. On a USC team full of superstars, Bush was the biggest of them all. He rushed for 1,740 yards and 16 touchdowns, averaging 8.7 yards per carry. He also caught 37 passes for 478 yards and two touchdowns...

USA Today—Forfeited Heisman Trophy won by Reggie Bush in 2005 will be returned to former USC star. Reggie Bush was stripped of his 2005 Heisman in 2010 over a violation of NCAA rules that included the former USC star receiving improper benefits.