Former Pony Express great Craig James is one of six new members that will be inducted into the SMU Athletics Hall of Fame.

James paired with Eric Dickerson to form the most lethal backfield duo in SMU history.

The tandem led the Mustangs to Southwest Conference (SWC) Championships during the 1981 and 1982 seasons.

James finished as the third all-time leading rusher in SMU history with 3,743 yards.

The three-time All-SWC selection was drafted by the New England Patriots and went on to play in Super Bowl XX.

James returned to the Hilltop in October as a part of the Craig James Tour to promote involvement. The SMU alum discussed everything from sports to politics and pushed for students to become involved in the future of America.

The 2011 class will be inducted on May 6 at the Hilton Anatole and will also feature A. R. Barr, Tommy Bowers Sr., Lisa Cole Zimmerman, Luchi Gonzalez, and Gene Phillips.