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Bo Jackson

Bo Jackson
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As SEC running backs go, there's a class for Jackson and Herschel Walker, and a class for everybody else. Jackson had that rare blend of power and speed and won the Heisman Trophy in 1985. He averaged an SEC-record 6.6 yards per carry during his career at Auburn. Drafted first by the Buccaneers in the 1986 NFL draft, Jackson never signed and went back into the draft in 1987 because he wanted to play both football and baseball. He's the first athlete to be named an All-Star in two major sports, earning the baseball distinction in 1989 with the Royals and the football distinction in 1990 with the Raiders. Many consider Jackson to be one of the best all-around athletes the world has ever known. A hip injury ended his football career in 1991. -- Chris Low  

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Jackson's 1985 Heisman Trophy season saw him put the wraps on a spectacular career. He lettered in football, baseball and track and rushed for 1,786 yards and 17 touchdowns as a senior despite defenses' lining up to stop him on every play.

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The winningest football coach in Auburn history led Auburn to the 1957 national title. Jordan-Hare Stadium is named in his honor.

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