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Statue Unveiled at Ohio Stadium For Two-Time Heisman Trophy Winning Running Back Archie Griffin

Archie Griffin is now immortalized at Ohio Stadium's most recognizable entrance.

Ohio State's two-time Heisman Trophy winner, the only one in college football history, watched as a statue of himself was unveiled in the Horseshoe's rotunda on Friday.

Archie Griffins statue at Ohio Stadium is unveiled. pic.twitter.com/yVEnQLiE6E

— Dan Hope (@Dan_Hope) August 30, 2024

Griffin is the Buckeyes' career rushing yards leader by more than 1,000, collecting 5,589 yards with an average of 6 yards per carry. He recorded 31 consecutive games with at least 100 rushing yards, an NCAA record that still stands.