Bush forfeited the trophy in 2010.
In this Dec. 10, 2005 file photo Southern California tailback Reggie Bush picks up the Heisman Trophy after being announced as the winner of the award in New York.Former standout college football player and NFL running back Reggie Bush will have his 2005 Heisman Trophy reinstated, according to Bush's attorneys and a statement posted on the Heisman website Wednesday.Bush forfeited the trophy in 2010 amid NCAA sanctions against his former school, the University of Southern California.
"I am grateful to once again be recognized as the recipient of the Heisman Trophy," said Bush in a statement via his attorneys, "This reinstatement is not only a personal victory but also a validation of the tireless efforts of my supporters and advocates who have stood by me throughout this arduous journey.
"We are thrilled to welcome Reggie Bush back to the Heisman family in recognition of his collegiate accomplishments," said Comerford. "We considered the enormous changes in college athletics over the last several years in deciding that now is the right time to reinstate the Trophy for Reggie. We are so happy to welcome him back."
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