Hall of Fame Inductee
Walter Payton
Jackson State University
About
Walter Payton, known as Sweetness, starred at Jackson State before a Hall of Fame career with the Chicago Bears. He set rushing records of his era, won Super Bowl XX, and is remembered in the NFL’s Man of the Year award that bears his name.
Accomplishments
- Nine-time Pro Bowl running back and Super Bowl XX champion.
- Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee.
- Inducted into the National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame in 1988.
Year of award
1988
Inducted into the National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame — Athletics.