January 1, 1980: Oklahoma running back Billy Sims rushes for 164 yards, including a 22 yard touchdown run in a 24-7 victory over Florida State. It was Sims' final college game. NBC's Don Criqui and John Brodie call the action. Special thanks to Alex Carter for sending this video. #orangebowl #BoomerSooner #billysims #NBCSports | Ghosts of the Orange Bowl

January 1, 1979: Here's a look back on Billy Sims' performance in the 1979 Orange Bowl. The 1978 Heisman Trophy winner rushed for 134 yards and 2 touchdowns to lead the Oklahoma Sooners to a 31-24 victory over Nebraska. NBC's Dick Enberg and Merlin Olsen call the action. Special thanks to Alex Carter for sending this video. #orangebowl #BoomerSooner #billysims #NBCSports | Ghosts of the Orange Bowl

Today we celebrate Billy Sims, College Football Hall of Fame inductee (1995) and Heisman Trophy winner (1978). The Oklahoma running back averaged 7.6 yards per carry in ’78 and left a lasting legacy…a legend on the field and an inspiration off it. Happy Birthday, Billy! 🏈 https://www.cfbhall.com/inductees/billy-sims-1995/ #CFBHALL #BillySims #OUDNA #CollegeFootball #Heisman | College Football Hall of Fame