1975-76 Tony Dorsett Pitt Panthers Game-Used & Autographed Tearaway Jersey

Tony Dorsett’s Collegiate Game-Used Jersey: A Piece of Football History

A Legendary College Career

Tony Dorsett’s time at the University of Pittsburgh is etched in the annals of college football history. As a freshman, he became the first in 29 years to earn All-American honors, amassing an impressive 1,586 yards over 11 games. His sophomore year saw him break records, becoming Pitt’s all-time leader in career rushing yards just three games into the season. By his senior year in 1976, Dorsett had led his team to a national title, while personally collecting the Heisman Trophy, the Maxwell Award, the Walter Camp Award, and the United Press International Player of the Year award. His remarkable 2,150 rushing yards that season topped the nation, and he concluded his college career with a then-record 6,082 total rushing yards.

The Jersey: A Testament to Greatness

Presented here is Tony Dorsett’s collegiate game-used jersey, a relic of his extraordinary college career. This is the first time this jersey is being offered publicly, having been preserved in a private collection since it was originally obtained from the equipment manager in the 1970s. The jersey is a classic tearaway style, featuring the Russell Athletic manufacturer’s tag size “L” with washing instructions on the front left tail. The player number “33” is prominently displayed on the front, back, and both sleeves, painted in navy blue on yellow. Across the back, the name “DORSETT” is stenciled in navy blue, adding to its authenticity and allure.

• Historical Significance: Worn by Tony Dorsett during his record-setting college career.
• Iconic Player: Represents a Hall of Famer and one of the greatest college football players of all time.
• Unique Provenance: First time offered publicly, directly from a private collection.
• Condition and Story: Numerous team repairs and football-related staining tell a story of intense gameplay and athletic excellence.

Authenticity and Condition

This jersey is properly tagged, was presented to us as game-used and in our opinion shows excellent use. The back of the jersey bears Dorsett’s signature in black marker, which in our opinion rates an 8. The jersey is accompanied by a Photo-Match.com LOA grading it a perfect 10, and a Full JSA LOA, further cementing its authenticity and value.

For those interested in acquiring this remarkable piece of football memorabilia, it represents not just a jersey, but a fragment of college football history. This is an opportunity to own a piece of the legacy of a player who redefined excellence on the field. If you have your own piece of history, consider our consignment services to share it with the world. For more information on our offerings, visit our homepage or explore our appraisal services.

* This text was generated from the original auction listing.