The Cannon and the Cannonball: Ty Detmer, College Football’s Record King
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On October 30, 1967, in San Marcos, Texas, Ty Detmer, who would become one of the most decorated passers in collegiate history, was born. Want an interesting fact? This BYU legend once held a stunning 59 NCAA records—a testament to his incredible production and ability to rewrite the record books during his college career. Detmer wasn’t shy about airing out the pigskin, and his massive statistical output and collection of major awards cemented his place among the elite in football lore.
Ty was not shy about tossing the pigskin around, as his 15,031 career passing yards and 121 touchdowns give evidence to. As a matter of fact, he is one of the most decorated quarterbacks in college football history. The website bio on footbalfoundation.org states that he won the Heisman Trophy, the Maxwell Award, and two Davey O’Brien Awards, and that he once held 59 NCAA records! The National Football Foundation selected Ty Detmer to enter the College Football Hall of Fame in 2012. Ty was a late selection in the 1992 NFL Draft by the Green Bay Packers, and he played for 14 seasons with the Packers, Philadelphia Eagles, San Francisco 49ers, Cleveland Browns, Detroit Lions, and Atlanta Falcons.
Football Accolades & Accomplishments
- Heisman Trophy Winner: Won college football’s most prestigious award in 1990.
- Maxwell Award: Received the award for the nation’s best player in 1990.
- Two-Time Davey O’Brien Award Winner: Honored as the nation’s best quarterback in both 1990 and 1991.
- NCAA Record Holder: At one point, he held 59 NCAA records for passing and total offense.
- Career Passing Yards: Finished his college career with 15,031 passing yards and 121 touchdowns.
- College Football Hall of Fame: Inducted in 2012.
- NFL Career: Played 14 seasons in the NFL after being a late selection in the 1992 NFL Draft by the Green Bay Packers, with stints at the Eagles, 49ers, Browns, Lions, and Falcons.
