OJ Simpson started out as a remarkable athlete in football. He was celebrated for his speed and skills on the field. His case is one of the most infamous in American legal history. The trial had a significant impact on the public's perception of the justice system. Simpson's acquittal in criminal court was met with mixed reactions from the public. Some believed he was guilty, while others thought the justice system worked as it should. The civil case verdict of liability added another layer of complexity to the overall story of his life.