History of Blake Corum in Timeline

Blake Corum is an American football running back for the Los Angeles Rams. He achieved significant accolades at the University of Michigan, including unanimous All-American honors and Big Ten MVP in 2022. In 2023, he became Michigan's all-time leader in rushing touchdowns with 58 and set a single-season record with 27. Corum contributed to three consecutive Big Ten titles and a national championship, earning the offensive MVP award in the latter. He was drafted by the Rams in the third round of the 2024 NFL draft.

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2019: Gatorade Player of the Year in Maryland

In 2019, Blake Corum was selected as the 2019 Gatorade Player of the Year in Maryland and The Baltimore Sun's Offensive Player of the Year. As a senior, he rushed for 1,438 yards and 22 touchdowns, leading his team to a #4 national ranking, which was a significant life event.

2021: Tied Single-Season Rushing Touchdown Record

On November 18, 2023, Blake Corum tied Hassan Haskins' single-season rushing touchdown record of 20 set in 2021.

2022: All-American and Big Ten MVP

During the 2022 season, Blake Corum had 1,463 rushing yards, 18 rushing touchdowns and one receiving touchdown. He finished seventh in voting for the Heisman Trophy, was named a unanimous All-American and won the Big Ten Most Valuable Player award. He was the second straight Michigan player to win MVP in 2022.

2022: 2022 Season Performance

Over the 2022 season, Blake Corum showcased exceptional performance, accumulating 1,463 rushing yards and scoring 18 rushing touchdowns, along with one receiving touchdown.

January 9, 2023: Announced Return to Michigan

On January 9, 2023, Blake Corum announced his decision to return to Michigan for his senior year, citing "unfinished business" and a desire to leave a better final impression. He made an appearance on "The Rich Eisen Show".

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November 25, 2023: Set Single-Season Rushing Touchdown Record

On November 25, 2023, in the victory versus Ohio State, Blake Corum rushed for 88 yards and two touchdowns, setting a new single-season rushing touchdown record of 22. He was the only player in the FBS to score in each game in the 2023 season, marking a significant milestone in his career.

2023: Michigan All-Time Leader in Rushing Touchdowns

In 2023, Blake Corum became the all-time leader for the University of Michigan in rushing touchdowns with 58, set the single-season record with 27 rushing touchdowns, won three consecutive Big Ten Conference titles, was a national champion and earned its offensive MVP award. This was a significant career milestone in 2023.

January 1, 2024: Rose Bowl Game-Winning Touchdown

On January 1, 2024, during the 2024 Rose Bowl against Alabama, Blake Corum rushed for 83 yards and scored two total touchdowns. He scored the game-winning touchdown in overtime, becoming Michigan's all-time career rushing touchdown leader with his 56th career rushing touchdown, breaking Anthony Thomas's previously held record.

April 7, 2024: Ceremonial First Pitch at Detroit Tigers Game

On April 7, 2024, Blake Corum threw out the ceremonial first pitch at a Detroit Tigers baseball game at Comerica Park, weeks before the 2024 NFL draft. This was a special appearance.

2024: Rookie Season with the Los Angeles Rams

During his rookie season in 2024, Blake Corum played in a backup role for the Los Angeles Rams. He earned his first NFL start in Week 18 but suffered a season-ending fractured forearm. He finished the 2024 season with 58 carries for 207 rushing yards and seven receptions for 58 receiving yards.

2024: Drafted by the Los Angeles Rams

In 2024, Blake Corum was selected by the Los Angeles Rams in the third round of the NFL draft, marking the beginning of his professional football career.

2024: Named National Championship Offensive MVP

In 2024, Michigan played Washington in the 2024 College Football Playoff National Championship with Corum starting at running back. Blake Corum was named National Championship Offensive MVP, finishing his senior season with 27 rushing touchdowns. He finished the game with 21 carries for 134 yards and two touchdowns. This accomplishment marked a significant life event.