Herschel Walker, the football legend who
He campaigned for Trump this year in his home state of Georgia.
To hold the ambassador position, Walker will need his nomination approved next year by the Republican-led Senate.
Walker had a storied football career at Georgia from 1980 to 1982, with the Bulldogs going 34-5 in his three seasons. He led them to an undefeated record and national championship in 1980, and in 1982, he won the Heisman Trophy.
After a stint in the USFL, Walker played for more than a decade in the NFL, making two Pro Bowls and enjoying stints with the Dallas Cowboys, Minnesota Vikings, Philadelphia Eagles and New York Giants.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
