Bo Jackson Will Receive Living Legend Award
The baseball and football star will be honored at the Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory on November 13, 2026.
Updated on Sept. 24, 2026 in Football
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Bo Jackson is set to be honored as the 18th recipient of the Louisville Slugger Living Legend Award. The ceremony will take place in Louisville on November 13, 2026.
Why it matters
The award recognizes Jackson for a historic career that included winning the 1985 Heisman Trophy and being selected as the No. 1 overall pick in the 1986 NFL Draft.
Jackson finished his MLB career with 141 home runs, 415 RBI, and a .250 batting average. Tickets to attend the upcoming award presentation are currently priced at $199 per person.
The players
Bo Jackson
He is a multi-sport athlete who achieved success in both the NFL and MLB.
Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory
This is an institution dedicated to the history and production of baseball bats.
The details
Jackson, who played for the Los Angeles Raiders and the Kansas City Royals from 1986 to 1990, becomes the second former Auburn Tiger to receive this specific honor. He famously earned an MLB All-Star selection in 1989 during his professional tenure.
Timeline
Bo Jackson won the Heisman Trophy in 1985.
Jackson was the No. 1 NFL draft pick in 1986.
He played for the Kansas City Royals from 1986 to 1990.
Jackson was an MLB All-Star in 1989.
The award ceremony is scheduled for Nov. 13, 2026.
Season Trajectory
The selection of Bo Jackson highlights the ongoing emphasis on honoring legendary multi-sport athletes through the Louisville Slugger Living Legend Award. This recognition aligns with historical trends of celebrating icons who impacted multiple major leagues during the 1980s.
Interested attendees can secure their entry to the museum event for $199. This ceremony marks a rare opportunity to see an athlete who maintained a .250 career batting average alongside a professional football career.
The takeaway
Jackson remains one of the few athletes to successfully compete at the highest level in both professional baseball and football. Fans looking to attend the event should prepare for the $199 ticket cost associated with the museum ceremony.
Further reading
Find more updates and historical context regarding the sport at Louisville Football.
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