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Reggie Bush's 2005 Heisman Trophy is reinstated after 14 years, sparking widespread reactions. The NCAA rule changes led to this decision, marking a shift in the organization's power. Bush's return of the award, initially forfeited in 2010, is a significant moment in sports history.

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Reggie Bush, a former University of Southern California (USC) football star, will have his 2005 Heisman Trophy reinstated, 14 years after forfeiting the award due to an NCAA investigation [US Magazine]. The decision to give Bush back the prestigious award was influenced by the recent changes in rules around Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL), allowing college athletes to profit from endorsements and other opportunities [Dayton Daily News]. Following the NCAA's acknowledgment that college athletes can now benefit from their name and fame, the Heisman Trust board decided to return the trophy to Bush [Vibe]. This ruling marked a significant shift from previous strict regulations imposed on student-athletes and reflected a changing landscape in college sports [USA Today].

Bush expressed his appreciation for having the recognition restored, noting that it was a significant step forward for college athletes and their ability to capitalize on their talents [People]. The reintroduction of the trophy was met with a wave of reactions from fans, sports analysts, and fellow athletes, many of whom supported the decision and hailed it as a win for fairness in collegiate athletics [ESPN]. The reinstatement of the Heisman Trophy to Bush also sheds light on the past controversies and scrutiny faced by student-athletes, highlighting the evolving attitudes towards their rights and opportunities [Washington Post].

The reawarding of the 2005 Heisman Trophy to Reggie Bush signifies not just a personal victory for him but also a broader victory for college athletes and the changing dynamics of the NCAA's policies surrounding student-athlete compensation [Bleacher Report]. The decision is seen as a landmark moment that could potentially influence future rulings and considerations for athletes navigating the intersection of collegiate sports and financial opportunities [NPR].

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The Root - 10 days ago - After years of backlash and criticism, the Heiman Trust is returning the USC alum’s 2005 trophy and adding him back into the fold.

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People - 10 days ago - Reggie Bush is getting his 2005 Heisman Trophy back after he was pushed to forfeit it, with the Heisman Trust citing the 'enormous changes' that have since been made in the world of college football

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USC’s Reggie Bush Gets Heisman Trophy Reinstated After 14 Years

Deadline - 10 days ago - The organization that hands out college football's prestigious Heisman Trophy has reinstated its 2005 award to USC running back Reggie Bush.

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NPR - 10 days ago - The University of Southern California had returned the award a decade ago after an NCAA investigation that found Bush received what were then impermissible benefits during his time with the Trojans.

Reggie Bush gets his Heisman Trophy back after it was stripped in 2010

Washington Post - 10 days ago - Reggie Bush won the Heisman Trophy in 2005, but he forfeited the award after an NCAA investigation found that he and his family had received improper benefits.

Heisman Trust's Reggie Bush decision another sign of NCAA's diminishing power

YardBarker - 10 days ago - The Heisman Trust just stiff-armed the NCAA. ESPN's Pete Thamel reported on Wednesday that the Heisman Trust will return Reggie Bush's 2005 Heisman Trophy to him and invite him to future Heisman ceremonies. During his Heisman-winning season, Bush had 200 carries, 1,740 yards and 16 touchdowns while adding 37 receptions for 478 yards and two more touchdowns. Previously, the Trust had stated it would only give Bush his award back if the NCAA reinstated his college statistics, which were voided after an investigation found Bush received impermissible benefits while at USC. "The decision comes amid what the Heisman Trust calls 'enormous changes in the college football landscape," wrote Thamel. In early March, Johnny Maziel, who won the award in 2012, announced a boycott of the Heisman Trophy ceremony for as long as Bush was disinvited. Days later, the NCAA doubled down on their stubbornness and rejected Bush's "plea to reconsider" the USC case, per CBS Sports. By circumventing the NCAA, the Heisman Trust has add

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The Grio - 10 days ago - Changes in NCAA rules regarding athletes' permissible and impermissible benefits led to the decision.