Jerry Rice attended Mississippi Valley State University from 1981 to 1984. He played college football for four seasons with the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils, setting several NCAA and team receiving records, including becoming the all-time leader in NCAA receiving touchdowns. Despite not receiving a scholarship from any major schools, Rice made the most out of his opportunity at Mississippi Valley State University, and by his senior year, Rice and his team had gained national attention for their passing attack. Rice caught a record 112 receptions and 1,845 yards including 27 touchdowns. He was named an All-American and finished 9th in the Heisman voting.