Billy Sims, star running back for the University of Oklahoma, was awarded the Heisman Trophy on this day, becoming one of the few African American athletes to win college football’s most prestigious individual honor. Known for his speed, power, and agility, Sims rushed for over 1,700 yards that season and played a pivotal role in Oklahoma’s dominance on the field. He later went on to play in the NFL for the Detroit Lions.
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