The Louisville Cardinals have announced that they will retire the No. 8 jersey of former football player Lamar Jackson in a ceremony during their game against Syracuse on November 13th. This honor makes Jackson only the second player in school history to have his number retired, joining the legendary Johnny Unitas, whose No. 16 was retired in 2003.
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“I feel like I won a Heisman again,” exclaimed Jackson after being surprised with a video announcement by the school in Baltimore.
Jackson, who won the Heisman Trophy in 2016 at the age of 19 years and 337 days, had an outstanding season with 4,928 yards of offense, the second-highest in Heisman history. His 1,538 rushing yards, along with at least 30 touchdown passes and 21 rushing touchdowns, set him apart as the first Heisman-winning quarterback with such achievements.
One of the most memorable moments of that season was the “Lamar Leap” when Jackson hurdled a Syracuse defender in a 62-28 victory, capturing the attention of Heisman voters.
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“Lamar earned the Heisman and then the NFL MVP, and he’s not even 25 years old. Even more remarkable, he’s only getting better,” said Louisville athletic director Vince Tyra.
During his time at Louisville, Jackson set or tied 42 school records and seven ACC records. He is the only player in FBS history to rush for at least 1,500 yards and pass for at least 3,500 yards in multiple seasons. In 2019, he was named NFL MVP after being drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in 2018.
“We couldn’t ask for a better representative of our football program,” said Louisville coach Scott Satterfield. “Lamar’s influence goes far beyond our campus – he’s got this entire city behind him every day, and we can’t wait to welcome him home.”
FAQs
1. Who is Lamar Jackson?
Lamar Jackson is a former football player who played for the Louisville Cardinals and later became the starting quarterback for the Baltimore Ravens in the NFL.
2. How many Heisman Trophies did Lamar Jackson win?
Lamar Jackson won the Heisman Trophy once, in 2016.
3. What records did Lamar Jackson set during his time at Louisville?
Lamar Jackson set or tied 42 school records and seven ACC records during his three years at Louisville.
Conclusion
The retirement of Lamar Jackson’s No. 8 jersey is a well-deserved honor for his outstanding achievements both in college football and in the NFL. He has left an indelible mark on the Louisville Cardinals’ football program and continues to inspire fans with his exceptional skills and humble demeanor. For more information about the Louisville Cardinals, visit Pesstatsdatabase.
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