The man, the myth and the legend, Thurman Thomas, was inducted into Oklahoma State’s Ring of Honor at halftime of OSU’s eventual 27-13 win over West Virginia on Saturday.
Thomas is the first individual to be inducted into the group, expected to comprise only the most influential of OSU figures. To complete the honor, OSU unveiled his name on Boone Pickens Stadium’s inner border — directly above the stadium’s name.
“This is where my career began,” Thomas said Saturday in front of the crowd. “I can’t thank Oklahoma State enough for this honor.