Ohio State Heisman winners Eddie George, Troy Smith and ESPN’s Neil Everett to appear at the “Nissan Heisman House Tour” – Ohio State Buckeyes
10/16/2015 12:00:00 AM | General
Oct. 16, 2015
WHO: Ohio State Heisman legends, along with ESPN’s Neil Everett:
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- 2006 Heisman Trophy winner Troy Smith, who led the Buckeyes to a 12-0 regular-season record and a spot in the national championship game in 2006, will appear from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m., participating in both a Chalk Talk session with ESPN anchor Neil Everett from 3:30 to 4:00 p.m. and an autograph session from 4:00 until 5:00 p.m.
- 1995 Heisman Trophy winner Eddie George, who led the nation in scoring while rushing for a school-record 1,927 yards during his senior season, will participate in a Chalk Talk session with Everett from 5:30 to 6:00 p.m., followed by an autograph session from 6:00 until 7:00 p.m.
WHAT: Nissan and ESPN invite fans to “Get to know the Heisman Trophy Winners” during a pre-game experience that celebrates college football’s most outstanding players. The Nissan Heisman House Tour is making stops at 11 marquee matchups this season, including its ultimate destination of Glendale, Ariz., for the College Football Playoff National Championship. Admission to the tour is free.
Fans will have the opportunity to:
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- Take pictures with the Heisman Trophy, the most prestigious award in college football
- “Catch a Ride with the Heisman Winners” in the all-new Nissan Rogue
- Participate in an autograph session and photo opportunities with former football greats
- Win prizes by participating in interactive games, including a virtual touchdown celebration
- Gauge their strength in the Heisman Pull-Up Challenge
- Cast their vote in Nissan’s official ballot for the winner of this season’s Heisman race
- Watch live interviews between ESPN’s Neil Everett and football greats
- Register for Heisman House credentials, which allows fans to check in and instantly share their experience via social media
- Keep tabs on the weekend’s action by viewing games and highlights on multiple TVs
WHEN: SATURDAY, October 17, 2015 – 1:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. (all times Eastern)
Prior to the Penn State at Ohio State game, airing on ABC at 8 p.m. ET
WHERE: Located in Remembrance Park (outside St. John Arena) Northwest corner of Tuttle Park Place and Woody Hayes Drive
CONTACT: Susan Storey, 214-862-0622 cell (will be on-site to coordinate media requests); sestorey@aol.com
