GAME REPORT: Florida 41, Georgia 17 Nov 1, 2009
Tebow also carried the ball 18 times for 85 yards and set a conference record for rushing TDs in the process, breaking the mark set by Georgia legend Herschel Walker, who ran for 49 scores between 1980-82. "This is a special record for him, it means the world to him and it means the world to his team. We gave him the game ball and we're all in awe," Gators head coach Urban Meyer said of his star signal-caller. (USA Today -- Sports)
Tebow breaks Walker's TD record in Florida's rout of Georgia Nov 1, 2009
Tebow also carried the ball 18 times for 85 yards and set a conference record for rushing TDs in the process, breaking the mark set by Georgia legend Herschel Walker, who ran for 49 scores between 1980-82. Cooper ended with 78 yards on four catches for the Gators, who are off their best start since they won 10 in a row to open the 1996 season. (ABC 7 News, DC)
No. 1 Floridarouts Georgia, clinches SEC East Nov 1, 2009
Tebow broke Herschel Walkers SEC record for rushing touchdowns late in the first half ... Just to be mentioned in the same breath as Herschel Walker, its extremely humbling and a little bit breathtaking because its Herschel Walker ... How am I going to be in the same league as Herschel Walker. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Gators whip Georgia Nov 1, 2009
Negating the epic hex that Herschel Walker held over this old Gator Bowl site, though, that's something else altogether. More on the Gators. (The Palm Beach Post)
Tebow shatters two records Nov 1, 2009
It also was Tebow's 50th career touchdown on the ground, breaking the record held by Herschel Walker - the Heisman Trophy winning Georgia running back who tortured Florida fans three times in this game from 1981-1983 ... "To be mentioned in the same breath with Herschel Walker is very humbling," he said ... "I mean, can I be in the same league with Herschel Walker?". (Athens Banner-Herald)
Gators' Sturgis sets record with 56-yarder Nov 1, 2009
Herschel Walker apparently wasn't at Saturday's game to watch Florida quarterback Tim Tebow break his SEC scoring record. The running back, considered by many to be the greatest in college history, usually gets passes from the Bulldogs sports information office. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Gators Thrash Dawgs Again Nov 1, 2009
the struggling former Heisman winner, picked apart Georgias zone defense with precision, then capped the first half with a 23-yard run to put the Gators up 24-10 adding further insult by moving one score ahead of former Bulldogs running back Herschel Walker for the SECs all-time record for rushing touchdowns. Thats kind of the storyline of our season so far, shooting ourselves in the foot, turnovers and mental errors, Georgia wide receiver said. (TigerRag.com)
Rivalry renewed today Nov 1, 2009
As a secondary story line, Florida quarterback Tim Tebow will attempt to break Herschel Walker s SEC record for rushing touchdowns. He ll have a chance to do it in his last college game in his hometown. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Georgia looking for respect against No. 1 Gators Oct 31, 2009
That's rather hard to take at a school such as Georgia, which has produced a string of dazzling tailbacks from Herschel Walker to Knowshon Moreno. The most hideous number of all is the turnover ratio. (MSNBC -- Sports)
A look inside the Georgia-Florida game Oct 31, 2009
If he runs for one touchdown, he breaks former Georgia great Herschel Walker s 27-year-old SEC career record of 49 rushing touchdowns, which Tebow tied last week. The numbers game. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Comparing the legacies of Tebow, Walker Oct 30, 2009
com Nearly 30 years have passed since Herschel Walker first donned a Georgia uniform, and a strong argument can be made that he is still the face of Bulldog football ... Former Georgia running back Herschel Walker won a national championship in 1980, the Heisman in 1982 and is tied for the all-time SEC lead in rushing TDs ... Tim Tebow matched Herschel Walker's all-time SEC mark for rushing touchdowns, but has already played five more games than the former Bulldog running back. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Will Tebow break Herschels TD record in JAX? Oct 30, 2009
Will Tim Tebow break Herschel Walkers touchdown record against Georgia ... Tim Tebow will break a hymen before he breaks Herschel Walker s TD record ... Nobody forced Herschel Walker to leave college after three years. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Weekend preview of the SEC Oct 30, 2009
Tebow has 49 career rushing touchdowns, tied for most in SEC history with former Georgia star Herschel Walker. Tebow has rushed for five touchdowns in three career games against the Bulldogs. (Florida Sports -- Rivals.com)
Florida Week: Press Conference Quotes Oct 29, 2009
On the comparison of Tim Tebow to Herschel Walker ... On whether the era of big, fast tailbacks like Herschel Walker and Bo Jackson is ending ... On Tebows potential to break Herschel Walkers rushing touchdown record this game. (DawgPost.com)
Tebow poised to break Walker's SEC TD record Oct 29, 2009
Tebow has listened to a few of Herschel Walker's motivational speeches and spent time with the Georgia legend at the Heisman Trophy presentation in 2007 ... - Georgia Hall of Famer Herschel Walker and Florida quarterback Tim Tebow first met at the 2007 Heisman Trophy presentation ... "That's pretty cool and it's actually very humbling and when you sit back to think about it, like, 'Wow, Herschel Walker, I'm tied with him.'"It's pretty cool and it's pretty exciting to actually think about, and to... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Urban Meyer Monday Presser Oct 28, 2009
When they mentioned Tim Tebow and Herschel Walker in the same sentence that was great. I have watched this game since I was young. (FightinGators.com)
Tebow Preparing for Last Game in Jacksonville Oct 28, 2009
He also reflected on what it would mean to pass Herschel Walker as the SECs all-time rushing touchdowns leader ... Q: What would it mean to break Herschel Walkers SEC career rushing touchdown records against Georgia ... Q: Have you met Herschel Walker before. (FightinGators.com)
Tebow might have inched past Herschel Oct 28, 2009
Even in Siberia, the image of American football and the American South is Herschel Walker ... There is an argument to be made whether Florida quarterback Tim Tebow has eclipsed Herschel Walker as perhaps the greatest collegiate football player in history ... "From my era it was Herschel Walker," Florida coach Urban Meyer said last week. (The Augusta Chronicle)
No Herschel Walkers on the horizon in recruiting Oct 28, 2009
They just don't make 'em like Herschel Walker anymore ... Much has been made this week about the fact that the next touchdown scored by Florida s Tim Tebow will break Herschel Walker s SEC career record for rushing touchdowns (49) ... Georgia coach Mark Richt, for one, believes another Herschel Walker will emerge eventually. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Notebook: Plenty of motivation for Bulldogs, Gators Oct 28, 2009
Buck Belue never could have imagined that his teammate, former Georgia running back Herschel Walker, would ever have his SEC touchdown rushing record surpassed by a Florida quarterback. Tebow and Walker are tied with 49. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Tebow's SEC legacy Oct 27, 2009
However, "the combination of size, speed and intelligence and toughness and competitiveness and leadership and all of the qualities, when you put them together, I've never seen anybody better," said Dye, who coached one Heisman Trophy winner, Bo Jackson, and against two others in the SEC, including Georgia's Herschel Walker. "He's just got it all.". (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
GeneMenezHeisman Watch Alabama's Mark Ingram leads, but contenders are creeping up. Oct 27, 2009
Though he did tie Herschel Walker atop the SEC's touchdown list (49 scores) with a nice scoring run, Tebow's two interceptions, which were returned for touchdowns, will be what everyone remembers. And while those were two ugly picks, let's not forget that he was pressured on both throws. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
No. 1 Florida survives scare from Mississippi State Oct 25, 2009
Tebow's touchdown was the 49th rushing in his career, tying him with ex-Georgia great Herschel Walker for the SEC career mark. It also matched the longest touchdown run of Tebow's career, also scoring on a 26-yarder on Nov. 8 last fall at Vanderbilt. (USA Today -- Sports)
Slider plans to serve his country twice Oct 24, 2009
Among the more famous American bobsledders were former NFL stars Herschel Walker and Willie Gault, and Olympic hurdler Edwin Moses. 1. (Albany Times Union)
When Urban Meyer was a huge Georgia Bulldog fan Oct 23, 2009
I was a Herschel Walker fan, like nuts about him, when I grew up, Meyer said. He was [at Georgia] right at the point I was in high school [in Ohio], and I was actually a huge Georgia Bulldog fan because of Herschel Walker ... Said Meyer: Since my era was Herschel Walker, [I'm] a little bit - and I don t want to say it too publicly - in awe of here s Tim Tebow, a guy I get to see every day, and you mention him in a rushing record [with] Herschel Walker. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Cox: Key to beating Florida is passion Oct 23, 2009
You are my favorite homer maybe Herschel Walker will come out of retirement and strap on some cleats and play for UGA again, oh and maybe Vince Dooley will be on the sidelines again PUKE. WTH. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
ESPN Plays Trump Card In '30 for 30' Doc About USFL Oct 23, 2009
In addition to making the documentary, he plays a role, making youthful Zelig-like appearances in archival footage and conducting the climactic interview with Donald Trump, who was just becoming a bold faced name when he was owner of the USFL;s highest profile team, the New York Generals, which starred the phenomenal Herschel Walker ... Storied players including Heisman Trophy winners Herschel Walker, Mike Rozier, Doug Flutie, prolific quarterbacks Jim Kelly and Steve Young and the Minister of... (Multichannel News)
Column: Heisman hopes probably wishful thinking Oct 22, 2009
It didn't matter that McFadden finished with 1,829 rushing yards, or that his 5,259 career rushing yards through his junior year were second in SEC history to Herschel Walker. The last SEC running back to win the Heisman was Bo Jackson in 1985. (Alabama Sports -- Rivals.com)
Let's Make A Deal Rick Stewart/ Getty ImagesTerrell Owens has been limited to 12 receptions for 202 yards and one touchdown in his first 5 games with the Bills.The separation of haves and have-nots has come early this season, which makes Tuesday's trade deadline even more intriguing. John P. Lopez suggests five deals that should be made. Oct 15, 2009
Nothing illustrated the potential explosive dangers of dealing in-season than what happened 20-years ago this month, when the Minnesota Vikings in essence dealt three Super Bowl titles to the Cowboys for Herschel Walker. Still, this year is different. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Was it the deal or steal of the century? (71) Oct 11, 2009
Former Dallas Cowboys running back Herschel Walker holding up his new jersey in October 1989, after being traded to the Minnesota Vikings ... Former Dallas Cowboys running back Herschel Walker holding up his new jersey in October 1989, after being traded to the Minnesota Vikings ... Photo 1 of 1 IRVING, Texas Jimmy Johnson has a challenge for anyone who believes the Herschel Walker trade singlehandedly turned the Dallas Cowboys into the dominant team of the 1990s. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Mailbag: Coaches come under fire Oct 10, 2009
Of course, that team had Herschel Walker, who is the greatest college football player ever. Give credit to Vince Dooley for luring Walker to Athens and utilizing his fabulous talent. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Notebook: QBs Crompton, Cox traveled similar paths Oct 9, 2009
Even Herschel Walker didn't start in 1980 in his memorable first game. That isn't expected to change this week, even with a more prominent role promised for freshman Washaun Ealey. (Athens Banner-Herald)
20 years later, Cowboys' trade still reverberates Oct 9, 2009
(AP) IRVING, Texas - Jimmy Johnson has a challenge for anyone who believes the Herschel Walker trade singlehandedly turned the Dallas Cowboys into the dominant team of the 1990s. "Trace it," the former Cowboys coach said. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
1937 - That's a Long Time Ago Oct 9, 2009
Some guy named Herschel Walker ... 1980 - #16 Georgia 16, Tennessee 15 Welcome to college football Herschel Walker. (DawgPost.com)
INTO THE SPOTLIGHT Oct 7, 2009
It is a source of considerable lament among the Tigers faithful that remarkable SEC players such as Peyton Manning and Herschel Walker never played in Tiger Stadium, and Tebow's status could dwarf theirs as he entered the season as a favorite to join Archie Griffin as the only two-time Heisman Trophy winner. What's more, Tebow put on a spectacular show in Tiger Stadium in 2007. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Freshman RB reluctantly wearing Moreno's old number Oct 7, 2009
Only one put on the same jersey number as the player who became the first Bulldog to post back-to-back 1,000-yard rushing seasons since Herschel Walker. Confidence. (Athens Banner-Herald)
A midseason assessment of the hard-to-assess Bulldogs Oct 5, 2009
The freshman isn t Herschel Walker and isn t Knowshon Moreno. But he hit holes, such as there were, harder and faster in the second half Saturday than any other Bulldog back has this season. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Officiating was nothing to celebrate Oct 4, 2009
It is apparent that Green is the most unique and special offensive talent that Georgia has had since Herschel Walker. The guy makes plays such as the fourth-quarter touchdown catch (which was an over-the-top grab against textbook coverage by 6-foot-1 cornerback Chris Hawkins in the right corner of the end zone with both feet inbounds) look routine. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Walker, Dooley to sign books before UGA game Oct 3, 2009
Herschel Walker will sign his book titled "Breaking Free" from 10 a.m. to noon at the UGA Bookstore on Baxter Street. The Heisman winner's 2008 book, revealing his hidden struggle with a mental disorder, is now available in paperback, said Bob Bailey, assistant manager at the bookstore. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Smith: McCarthy paved way for Herschel's Heisman success Oct 2, 2009
Herschel Walker wore No. 43 in high school, but when he arrived on the Georgia campus, he could not claim his high school number. It belonged to senior linebacker Keith Middleton. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Wootens debut . . . dancing Dogs . . . and stray facts Oct 2, 2009
10 a.m. until noon: Larry Munson ( From Herschel to a Hobnail Boot ) and Herschel Walker ( Breaking Free ). 12:30 p.m. until 2:30 p.m.: Vince Dooley ( Dooley s Play Book ) and Fran Tarkenton ( Every Day is Game Day ). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Herschel challenges UFC president to fight Oct 1, 2009
Herschel Walker's entry to mixed martial arts fighting hasn't been a quiet one ... "Doing stupid things like this, putting a 50-year-old guy in the Octagon for the first time, and then going out there putting out press releases like it's a big deal because you signed 50-year-old Herschel Walker?" White said on the "Inside the Ultimate Fighter" podcast. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Bobby Petrino is not a Razorback, he's just a PIG!... Sep 25, 2009
Highest rated from past. If you like a vent, press this to move it higher up the list. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
College Football Hall of Fame headed to Atlanta Sep 25, 2009
UGA fans and college fans in general will recognize this member of the College Football Hall of Fame - legendary running back Herschel Walker. AJC file photo More. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Johnson Co. Works to Keep Up Winning Streak Sep 24, 2009
In 1993 they lost the championship game to Lincoln County but in the late 1970s led by a running back legend named Herschel Walker, everything changed for the blue and white. In fact, 30 years ago this season in 1979, Johnson County put Wrightsv 00002326 ille on the map with a Class A state title. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
How in the world does Mike Hampton sell these folks on his abilities?... Sep 24, 2009
How many Herschel Walker busts are they going to put in the HOF in Canton. Score: -9. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Georgia-Florida game should take turns on campus Sep 23, 2009
10:50 pm September 22, 2009, by Jeff Schultz. Yes, this is a cool scene. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Henin to make return Sep 22, 2009
Herschel Walker to try MMA. Herschel Walker is starting a new career in mixed martial arts. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Herschel Walker signs with Strikeforce Sep 22, 2009
Herschel Walker set to start MMA career - Other sports- nbcsports ... Herschel Walker set to start MMA career ... Herschel Walker soon will begin a 12-week training camp to get ready to fight. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Names & Faces Sep 22, 2009
Names Articles Herschel Walker Walker is starting a new career in mixed-martial arts. The 47-year-old former NFL running back has signed a multi-fight contract with promoter Strikeforce. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Disappointing Astros dismiss Cooper Sep 22, 2009
MISCELLANY Walker signs to try his luck in the ring Former Heisman Trophy winner and NFL star Herschel Walker, 47, who holds a fifth-degree black belt in taekwondo, signed a multifight contract with mixed martial arts promoter Strikeforce and will begin a 12-week training camp next month in San Jose, Calif. Also eyeing the fast-growing sport is former welterweight and super welterweight boxing world champion Ricardo Mayorga, who is seeking release from his contract with promoter Don King and... (Boston Globe)
Herschel Walker to try hand at MMA fighting Sep 22, 2009
NEW YORK - Herschel Walker is starting a new career in mixed martial arts. The 1982 Heisman Trophy winner at Georgia said Monday that he has signed a multi-fight contract with promoter Strikeforce. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Herschel Walker starting out new career in MMA Sep 22, 2009
Georgia legend Herschel Walker has signed a contract with a mixed martial arts promoter to prove that, in his words, he's still one of the best athletes in the world. Walker, 47, signed a multi-fight deal with fight promoter Strikeforce and will begin a 12-week training camp in October in San Jose, Calif. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
By the numbers: Vikings-Lions Sep 21, 2009
Among the other nominees with Vikings ties are defensive end Al Bubba Baker (who spent his final season in 1988 with Minnesota), LB Matt Blair, safety Joey Browner, WR Cris Carter, RB Roger Craig (who spent his final two seasons with the Vikings), QB Randall Cunningham, DE Chris Doleman, Gannon, Ole Haugsrud (the owner of the Duluth Eskimos who signed off the allow the Vikings to join the NFL), RB Leroy Hoard, 2009 finalist John Randle, OT Korey Stringer, LB Darryl Talley (who spent his... (VikingUpdate.com)
NFL Hall of Fame Nominees Sep 20, 2009
Running Backs -- Ottis Anderson, Larry Centers, Roger Craig, Terrell Davis, Leroy Hoard, Eric Metcalf (also WR), Brian Mitchell (also KR/PR), Mike Pruitt, Gerald Riggs, George Rogers, Herschel Walker, Ricky Watters. Wide Receivers -- Cliff Branch, Cris Carter, Gary Clark, Henry Ellard, Irving Fryar, Roy Green, Herman Moore, Stanley Morgan, Andre Reed, Sterling Sharpe. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Rice, Smith, Carter head list of Canton nominees Sep 20, 2009
Other modern-era nominees include , Herschel Walker, , and Sterling Sharpe. Former commissioner Paul Tagliabue is also on the list. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Extra Points Archive: Gesture For A Friend Sep 18, 2009
Bryant spurned the NFL following his Carolina career and joined Herschel Walker, the Georgia tailback and Heisman Trophy winner, in opting for the fledgling USFL. He played three seasons and then, when the USFL folded in 1985, joined the Redskins for five more years, earning a Super Bowl ring following the 1987 season. Today he lives in his hometown of Tarboro and is a fixture along the sidelines of all Tar Heel home games. (Tarheelblue.com)
Forcier may be next Heisman freshman Sep 17, 2009
In the nearly 75-year history of the Heisman Trophy, a freshman never has won - though 's Herschel Walker in 1980 and 's Adrian Peterson in 2004 were deserving candidates. Freshmen seem to be the only group excluded from the exclusive award. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
No. 1UF rolls, eyes Tenn. Sep 13, 2009
Tebow has LSUs Kevin Faulk (46) and Georgias Herschel Walker (49) in his sights. Tennessee, too. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Ching: Identity crisis still intact Sep 13, 2009
After watching Georgia alternate between dazzling productivity and depressing failures in Saturday's 41-37 win over South Carolina, this team apparently has more personalities than Herschel Walker. An offense that can't do anything right one week looks like a world beater the next. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Huckaby: Remembering the 'Track People' at Sanford Sep 6, 2009
After we finished talking about Black Jesus - ask someone who was around in the mid-'70s - and Hole in the Dam and the Fifth Quarter, and after I denied knowing anything about the existence of a place called Effie's for about the hundredth time, we got around to the Herschel Walker years - and, yes, he was that good of a running back. Actually, we were discussing the Dawg Walk and speculating whether it would be moved, this year, to higher ground, so to speak, up by the new Tate Center addition. (Athens Banner-Herald)
SI's '09 Crystal Ball Sep 4, 2009
If the Gators do go undefeated in the regular season, Tebow, like Herschel Walker in 1982, will win the Irving G. Thalberg. Murphy Colt McCoy. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
Johnston: Greatest college football season ever? Sep 2, 2009
Whats more, he has the superhero persona of Herschel Walker, the squeaky-clean image of Roger Staubach and the long-lasting speaking presence of George Gipp. Greatest player ever. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Smith: Fabris's work key to special success Aug 30, 2009
Of course, the offense had Herschel Walker, but the attitude of the punt-return team was that it could make a contribution to the offense. Such attitudes underscore the importance of special teams. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Dogs Malcome vs. Gators Brown heats up SWD-MLK game Aug 29, 2009
6:24 am August 28, 2009, by Chip Towers. Martin Luther King High coach Corey Jarvis has heard all the chatter about tonight s game against Southwest DeKalb. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
