Is Charles Woodson the only defensive player to win the Heisman?

As a junior in 1997, Charles Woodson became the third Michigan player to win the Heisman Trophy. He remains the first and only primarily defensive player to win the prestigious award.

Charles Woodson was selected as the fourth overall pick in the 1998 Draft by the Oakland Raiders. Woodson has previously played for the Oakland Raiders (1998–2005), Green Bay Packers from 2006 to 2012, and the Oakland Raiders (2013–2015).

Charles Woodson was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2018 and the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2021.

In 1995, Charles Woodson was selected as the Big Ten Freshman of the Year. He was also named to the All-Big Ten First-team by conference coaches and second-team All-Big Ten by the media.

Charles Woodson finished his college career with 16 interceptions and 30 passes defended. Woodson had his first career reception, a 19-yard catch, against the San Diego Chargers on November 14, 1999.

Upon his return to the Oakland Raiders, Charles Woodson finished his final season with 74 total tackles, five interceptions, nine passes defended, one forced fumble, and four fumble recoveries.