Reggie Bush has been reinstated as the 2005 Heisman Trophy winner more than a decade after Southern California returned the award following an NCAA investigation that found he received impermissible benefits during his time with the Trojans. The Heisman Trust announced the decision on Wednesday, welcoming Bush back to the Heisman family in recognition of his collegiate accomplishments.
Bush, who had won the trophy after an impressive 2005 season with over 2,000 yards from scrimmage and 18 touchdowns, expressed his excitement at reuniting with his fellow Heisman winners and being part of the prestigious legacy of the Heisman Trophy. The USC football program also celebrated the return of the trophy, bringing their total Heisman winners to eight, the most of any school.
