The Official 2026 Public Vote

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Earl Campbell

  • Contest: The US Athletics Hall of Fame - Athletes 2026
  • Sport(s): Football
  • Statistics & Accolades: 1 MVP (1979)
    1 Bert Bell Award (1979)
    3 Offensive Player of the Year Awards (1978, 1979 & 1980)
    3 First Team All-Pros (1978, 1979 & 1980)
    5 Pro Bowls (1978, 1979, 1980, 1981 & 1983)
    3 Rushing Titles (1978. 1979 & 1980)
    2 Rushing Touchdown Titles (1979 & 1980)
    1 Heisman Trophy (1977)
    1-Time All-American (1977)
    9,407 NFL Rushing Yards
    74 NFL Touchdowns
    Member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame
    Member of the College Football Hall of Fame
    Member of the Tennessee Titans Ring of Honor
    Number retired by the University of Texas
    Named to the 1970s All-Decade Team
    Named to the NFL 100th Anniversary Team
  • In 1977, Earl Campbell's dominance in college football was unparalleled. His Heisman Trophy win was a testament to his exceptional skills. It was no surprise that he was drafted first overall and went on to dominate the NFL, a trend that continued throughout his career.

    Taken by the Houston Oilers in the draft, the Running Back was the first player to win three Offensive Player of the Year Awards (1978-80) and was the 1979 league MVP. The powerful back was arguably the best athlete in the National Football League for three years and remains one of the game’s most dynamic offensive players.

    We are proud to nominate Earl Campbell for the United States Athletic Hall of Fame.
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