Monday, May 16, 2011

Heisman winner George selected for College Hall

Eddie George won the Heisman Trophy in 1995 and finished his Ohio State career with 3,768 yards and 44 rushing touchdowns.

John Iacono/SI

NEW YORK (AP) -- Heisman Trophy winner Eddie George has been selected for induction into College Football Hall of Fame.

George's selection was announced Monday on ESPN's "College Football Live."

The rest of the class of 14 former players and two former coaches will be announced Tuesday at a news conferences at the NASDAQ MarketSite. Three other members of the newest Hall of Fame class will ring the opening bell at the NASDAQ.

George won the Heisman in 1995 as a senior and finished his career at Ohio State with 3,768 yards, 44 rushing touchdowns and a school-record five 200-yard games.

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