Inside Desmond Howard's iconic Heisman pose 30 years later - ESPN

Inside Desmond Howard's iconic Heisman pose 30 years later

illustration by Josue Evilla

Thirty years ago, Desmond Howard and the Heisman became inextricably linked thanks to an epic punt return and a spontaneous celebratory pose.

It is the most famous play in one of the sport's most famous rivalries. With one 93-yard dash punctuated with a now-iconic pose, the Michigan wide receiver/kick returner led the Wolverines past Ohio State, cliched the Big Ten championship and sealed the 1991 Heisman Trophy. How did Howard pull it off?

Check out ESPN's dive into that legendary moment, with videos and interviews from Howard himself, plus teammates, opponents and coaches.