Rose Bowl Hall of Fame
1973, 1974, 1975 and 1976 Rose Bowl Games
1990 Inductee
Archie Griffin, the only player ever to win the Heisman Trophy twice, is also one of only two players ever to have started in four consecutive Rose Bowl Games. The three-time All-America running back gained a total of 412 yards on 79 carries during his Rose Bowl Game career, including 149 yards in his 1974 appearance. In his four years at Ohio State, Griffin became the NCAA career rushing leader (since surpassed) with 5,589 yards. He averaged 6.1 yards per carry and gained 100 yards or more in 31 consecutive regular-season games. He remains the Buckeyes’ career rushing leader.
Griffin played in the NFL for seven seasons, and was a member of the Cincinnati Bengals’ 1981 AFC champs. Following his retirement, he returned to Ohio State and earned an MBA. He currently serves as CEO and president of the Ohio State Alumni Association.
