| Marty Akins |
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Sport: Football (1973-75)
Position: Quarterback
Inducted: 1995
Hometown: Portland, Texas
· Led UT to 27 wins during his three seasons
· Co-captain, All-SWC and MVP of 1975 team, which was 10-2 and won SWC co-championship
· First wishbone quarterback to earn All-America honors (1975)
· Only player to start three years at quarterback for Darrell Royal
· Career totals include 1,974 rushing yards, 1,188 passing yards, and 25 touchdowns
· Drafted by NFL St. Louis Cardinals