Hall of Fame
- Induction:
- 1992
A three-year letterman running back from 1967-69, Billy Main was named OSU's Rookie of the Year in '67, most improved offensive player in '68, and offensive MVP in '69.
Main's national recognition included being a two-time second team All-Pac-8 selection and an honorable mention selection in '69. He was also a member of the second team on the 1968 All-Coast Team and an honorable mention pick in 1969.
The Pittsburgh Steelers drafted him in the 13th round.
During Main's three-year varsity career the Beavers posted a cumulative record of 20-9-1, which included being part of the memorable '67 "Giant Killers." In 1968 he rushed for three touchdowns against Stanford and was named the Pac-8 Player of the Week. Main's name appears in numerous categories of the Oregon State record book even to this day, and the time of induction was second for total points (162), third in all-purpose rushing (3,292) and seventh for total rushing yards (1,621).
