Jim Plunkett, a former Stanford University quarterback, was recognized on Apr. 1 with Senate Resolution 93 by California State Senator Dave Cortese. The resolution honors Plunkett’s recent induction into the inaugural class of the NFL Alumni Latino Hall of Fame.
The recognition highlights Plunkett’s contributions to football at both the collegiate and professional levels. Supporters hope that this resolution will help ensure his accomplishments are acknowledged more broadly within the sport.
Plunkett is notable as Stanford’s only Heisman Trophy winner and was selected first overall in the 1971 National Football League Draft by the New England Patriots. Over a career spanning seventeen years in the league, he led the Raiders to two Super Bowl appearances, earning Most Valuable Player honors during Super Bowl XV.
He also holds distinctions as both the first Hispanic player chosen first overall in an NFL draft and as Super Bowl MVP. The full text of Senator Cortese’s resolution is available online for those interested in further details about his achievements and recognition.
The inaugural ceremony for inductees into the NFL Alumni Latino Hall of Fame is scheduled to take place on May 5.
