O.J. Simpson is gone now. But his life and public journey across seven decades touched multiple areas of American life, from sports to the legal arena to culture. The murder case against him in 1994 — and his acquittal in 1995 — had deep implications for how people talk about race and domestic violence. Here, Associated Press journalists with expertise in three areas — the law, sports and culture — weigh in on what will endure long after Simpson's death fades from public discussion.
He shared the credit by bringing his offensive linemen with him to the news conference after setting the record. His mark of 143.1 yards rushing per game still stands, and he led the league in rushing four times in a five-year span. Simpson’s accomplishments earned him a spot in the Pro Football Hall of Fame on his first ballot in 1985. His success didn’t translate into championships, however.