The most famous and historically significant instance of a Heisman Trophy being officially rescinded by the governing trust involved legendary University of Southern California running back Reggie Bush. Following an extensive NCAA investigation that revealed widespread improper benefits and rules violations during his collegiate career, the Heisman Trust made the unprecedented decision to vacate his historic award, removing his name from official record books for over a decade. However, following sweeping reforms in collegiate athletics and renewed institutional petitions, the Heisman Trust officially reinstated his award, restoring his immortal status among college football's greatest individual honorees.