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UGA Football: Garrison Hearst a forgotten hero among Georgia running backs

16 Dec 2001: Garrison Hearst of the San Franciso 49ers heads downfield against the Miami Dolphins during the game at 3Com Park in San Francisco, California. DIGITAL IMAGE. Mandatory Credit: Jed Jacobsohn/Getty Images

It’s been 27 years since former UGA football running back Garrison Hearst almost won the Heisman Trophy. Today, Hearst seems to be forgotten by the fanbase.

Garrison Hearst is undoubtedly one of the best running backs to ever play for UGA football. His contribution to the team cannot be understated.

When Hearst left Georgia in 1993, he was No.