- Considered to be the greatest track and field athlete of all time. Olympian of the century, he has won 10 medals, including 9 gold, in the Olympics.
- Inducted into the U.S. Olympic Hall of Fame, 1985.
- Selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the 12th round (334th overall) in the 1984 NFL Draft.
- He was nominated for the 2008 New Jersey Hall of Fame for his services and contributions to Sports.
- He was awarded the Sportsman of the Century Award by the International Olympic Committee.
- He was inducted into the 2010 New Jersey Hall of Fame for his services and contributions to Sports.
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