Heisman Trophy winner Reggie Bush is now former Heisman Trophy winner Reggie Bush. The New Orleans Saint has handed back the trophy he won in 2005 as a running back from the University of Southern California. Bush handed back the honor after years of being dogged by controversy stemming from the alleged special treatment he received from USC. The Takeaway's sports contributor, Ibrahim Abdul-Matin, has the latest in this controversy.
Amid scandal and controversy, the University of Southern California announced that they will replace athletic director Mike Garrett with former Trojans quarterback, Pat Haden. The move comes after the university recieved harsh sanctions from the NCAA following an investigation into the numerous benefits granted to Reggie Bush, and former basketball player, O.J. Mayor. USC also announced they are returning their copy of Reggie Bush's 2005 Heisman Trophy.