In 1938, Texas Christian University quarterback Davey O'Brien became the first player to win both the Heisman Trophy and the Maxwell Award in the same season. The awards go to the top college football player in the country as deemed by panels of media members and college football coaches from around the country.

The Heisman, named after famed coach John W. Heisman, is awarded annually to the most outstanding player in college football in the United States whose performance best exhibits the pursuit of excellence with integrity. Winners epitomize great ability combined with diligence, perseverance, and hard work.

The Maxwell, named for former Swarthmore College player and sportswriter Robert "Tiny" Maxwell, goes to the best all-around player.

As a senior, O'Brien completed 93 of 166 passes for 1,457 yards and 19 touchdowns while leading the Horned Frogs to a 15-7 win over Carnegie Tech in the Sugar Bowl. TCU won the national championship that season.

O'Brien played two seasons in the National Football League. He retired after the 1940 season and became an FBI agent for 10 years before venturing into the real estate and oil businesses.

He is the namesake of the Davey O'Brien National Quarterback Award, which is given annually to the top college QB in the country.

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