December 13, 1997: Michigan's Charles Woodson is named the first predominately defensive player to receive the Heisman Trophy in the 63 years of the award. Woodson and the Wolverines go on to defeat Washington State in the 1998 Rose Bowl, claiming a perfect 12-0 season and a share of the National Championship.
Credit: The National Football Foundation & College Hall of Fame
Saturday, December 13, 2008
This Date in College Football History
Posted by College Football Insiders at 7:13 AM
Labels: big ten football, charles woodson, heisman trophy, michigan, national championship, rose bowl, wolverines
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