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In this episode of Greatest Sports Legends, host Michael Jordan explores the record-setting career of O.J. Simpson. This video contains an in-depth interview as well as footage of the games, touchdowns and rushes that made him stand out in history. Follow from his college years at USC where Simpson led the trojans to two Rose Bowls, all the way through his NFL career where he eventually claimed the NFL all-time rushing and single-season touchdown records. He first rushed for more than 1,000 yards in 1972, gaining a total of 1,251. In 1973, Simpson rushed for a then-record 2,003 yards, becoming the first player ever to pass the 2,000-yard mark, and scored 12 touchdowns. Simpson gained more than 1,000 rushing yards for each of his next three seasons. or his career, Simpson gained 11,236 rushing yards, placing him 14th on the NFL's all-time rushing list. He was named NFL Player of the Year in 1972, 1973, and played in six Pro Bowls. Simpson was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1985. Running Time: 22 minutes
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