Reggie Bush's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Reggie Bush.

Reggie Bush is a former American football running back, renowned for his college career with the USC Trojans, where he won the 2005 Heisman Trophy and earned All-American honors twice. Drafted second overall by the New Orleans Saints in 2006, he won Super Bowl XLIV with the team in 2010. Bush also played for the Buffalo Bills, Miami Dolphins, Detroit Lions, and San Francisco 49ers before retiring in 2017. He was named an All-Pro punt returner in 2008. After retiring from the NFL, Bush worked as a college football analyst for Fox Sports.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

1968: O.J. Simpson's Heisman Votes

In 1968, O. J. Simpson had 855 first-place votes for the Heisman Trophy, which was the most at that time.

2002: CIF State Meet Runner-Up

In 2002, Reggie Bush placed second in the CIF California State Meet 100 meters final with a time of 10.72 seconds.

2003: Los Angeles Invitational

In 2003, Reggie Bush placed second in the boys' 50 meters at the Los Angeles Invitational Indoor Meet, clocking in at 5.85 seconds.

2003: Top Ranked Recruit

In 2003, Reggie Bush was considered a five-star recruit by Rivals.com and was listed as the No. 1 running back in the nation.

2004: Heisman Trophy Finalist

In 2004, Reggie Bush was a Heisman Trophy finalist alongside his high school teammate Alex Smith.

November 19, 2005: Pac-10 Record

On November 19, 2005, Reggie Bush set the Pac-10 record for all-purpose yards in a game, totaling 513 against Fresno State.

December 10, 2005: Heisman Trophy Awarded

On December 10, 2005, Reggie Bush was awarded the Heisman Trophy, along with the Doak Walker Award and Walter Camp Award.

2005: Heisman Trophy Winner

In 2005, Reggie Bush won the Heisman Trophy and was regarded as one of the greatest college football players of all time.

2005: Heisman Title Forfeited

In 2005, amid reports, Reggie Bush voluntarily forfeited his title as the 2005 Heisman winner.

2008: All-Pro Punt Returner

In 2008, Reggie Bush was named an All-Pro punt returner with the New Orleans Saints.

January 16, 2010: Bush has one of the best games of his career

On January 16, 2010, in the NFC divisional playoff game against the Arizona Cardinals, Reggie Bush rushed for 84 yards on only five carries, including a 46-yard touchdown run and added an 83-yard punt return touchdown.

February 7, 2010: Reggie Bush wins Super Bowl

On February 7, 2010, Reggie Bush won his first Super Bowl with a 31–17 win over the Indianapolis Colts in Miami.

2010: Heisman Trophy Forfeited

In 2010, Reggie Bush voluntarily forfeited his Heisman Trophy amid a scandal, but it was reinstated 14 years later amid NCAA rule changes.

2010: Super Bowl Champion

In 2010, Reggie Bush won Super Bowl XLIV with the New Orleans Saints.

2010: VH1 Do Something Awards Nomination

In 2010, Reggie Bush's fundraising work for organizations benefiting Haiti and diamond-producing countries in Africa earned him a nomination for the VH1 Do Something Awards.

2012: Trophy Returned

In 2012, Reggie Bush eventually returned his trophy to the Heisman Trust.

June 13, 2018: Won Lawsuit Against Rams

On June 13, 2018, it was reported that Reggie Bush won his lawsuit against the St. Louis Rams, and the Rams were ordered to pay him $12.45 million in damages.

June 5, 2019: Inducted into New Orleans Saints Hall of Fame

On June 5, 2019, Reggie Bush was inducted into the New Orleans Saints Hall of Fame.

June 9, 2020: USC Ends Disassociation

On June 9, 2020, USC announced they would be ending their disassociation with Reggie Bush following the conclusion of the NCAA's mandated 10-year span.

June 30, 2021: NIL Rule Changes

On June 30, 2021, after the NCAA ruled to allow players to make money from their name, image, and likeness (NIL), Reggie Bush began advocating for the reinstatement of his Heisman Trophy and USC records.

April 2024: Heisman Trophy Reinstated

In April 2024, Reggie Bush's Heisman Trophy was reinstated by the Heisman Trust.

April 24, 2024: Heisman Trophy Reinstated

On April 24, 2024, the Heisman Trust announced it would return the Heisman Trophy to Reggie Bush, citing changes in the college football landscape, with USC restoring Bush's banner and retiring his number.