Today In History

In 1973, the University of Pittsburgh’s star running back Tony Dorsett was 2nd in the nation in rushing, becoming the first freshman in 29 years to be named as an All-American. Two years later, Dorsett’s 303 yard game vs. Notre Dame was the highlight of his junior year in which he finished 4th in the Heisman Trophy voting. As a senior in 1976, Tony Dorsett rushed for 1,948 yards and 21 rushing touchdowns, leading the Pitt Panthers to the national title. He was awarded the Heisman Trophy that year. Dorsett was drafted # 2 overall by the Dallas Cowboys. Dorsett’s College Career Rushing Stats at Pitt: 1,074 attempts, 6,082 yards, 5.7 yards per carry average, and 55 TDs