The number 61 is so iconic in sports it was the name of a movie. 61* tells the story of Roger Maris’s historic home run record in 1961. But hold onto the asterisk. There might have to be another film on the way, for USC football’s own No. 61, Jake Olson.
Let’s get more into the number, as it’s 61 days until USC vs. Fresno State at the Coliseum.
Who wore it best?
There’s only one All-American who wore No. 61 at USC. It’s Bill Fisk Jr.. He carried on the legacy of his father, who played for USC in the 1930s and was an assistant coach under Jeff Cravath and Jess Hill, from 1949 through 1956.