Oklahoma State Running Back Takes Home the Doak Walker Award

Oklahoma State running back DeMarco Murray put together another impressive performance in 2010, earning himself the Doak Walker Award as the nation’s top running back.

Murray’s Stats

Murray rushed for 1,271 yards and 15 touchdowns in 2010, averaging 5.4 yards per carry. He also caught 15 passes for 120 yards and two touchdowns.

Murray’s Season Highlights

• Rushed for 218 yards and two touchdowns against Tulsa
• Had 135 yards and two touchdowns vs. Texas
• Posted a career-high 256 yards and four touchdowns vs. Texas A&M
• Rushed for 179 yards and two touchdowns in the Fiesta Bowl win over Stanford

The Award

The Doak Walker Award is given annually to the nation’s top running back. It was first awarded in 1990 and is named after the late Doak Walker, who was a running back for the SMU Mustangs and the Detroit Lions

Winners of the Doak Walker Award are selected by a panel of sportswriters and broadcasters who cover college football. The award is considered one of the most prestigious individual honors in college football, and it recognizes Murray’s outstanding season on the field.

Murray’s Legacy

Murray’s Doak Walker Award win was a fitting end to a standout career at Oklahoma State. He finished his career with school records for rushing yards (4,174), rushing touchdowns (49), and all-purpose yards (5,784)

Murray was a key member of Oklahoma State’s success over the past four years, helping the Cowboys to three bowl victories and a Big 12 Championship in 2011.

Conclusion

DeMarco Murray is a deserving winner of the Doak Walker Award. He had an outstanding season in 2010 and is one of the best running backs in the country. Murray’s win is a credit to his hard work and dedication, and it will surely be seen as a highlight of his college career.