Joe Theismann attended and played college football for the University of Notre Dame. In 1969, Theismann led the Irish to a number five ranking and their first bowl appearance in 45 years. The next year, the Irish had a 10–1 record, a number two ranking, and won against Texas in the 1971 Cotton Bowl Classic, 24–11. That year, Theismann was an All-American and an Academic All-America, and was in contention for the Heisman Trophy. Theisman was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2003. Joe Theismann has hand autographed this Notre Dame Fighting Irish Riddell Mini Helmet with CHOF 2003 inscription. Photo of the Signing, Creative Sports Hologram and Certificate of Authenticity.