By Ralph D. Russo, AP College Football Writer In the past year, Temple has hired a new president, athletic director and football coach, all Black men. The moves have made […]
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Minority coaches coalition works to put words into action
In this Aug. 2, 2019, file photo, Maryland head coach Mike Locksley addresses the media during a news conference before NCAA college football practice, in College Park, Md. Locksley launched […]
Louisville’s Lamar Jackson Wins Heisman Trophy
NEW YORK (AP) — Lamar Jackson was trying to remember the last time he cried. He was pretty sure it involved losing a little league football game. On Saturday night, […]
Versatile ESPN Sportscaster & Former Baltimore Sports Anchor John Saunders Dies at 61
NEW YORK (AP) — John Saunders, the versatile sportscaster who has hosted ESPN’s “The Sports Reporters” for the last 15 years, has died, the network announced Wednesday. He was 61. […]
Heisman: Winston, Manziel, Lynch among 6 Finalists
NEW YORK (AP) — Jameis Winston will have plenty of company at the Heisman Trophy ceremony — though he’s not expected to have much competition. The Florida State quarterback was […]
Heisman Voters Wait on Winston as Race Muddles
Heisman Trophy voters were emailed a ballot on Monday. It’s not due back for two weeks. Good thing, because it’s going to take some time to sort this out. A […]
Baylor’s Robert Griffin Wins Heisman Trophy
Robert Griffin III beat out preseason favorite Andrew Luck for the Heisman Trophy, dazzling voters with his ability to throw, run and lead Big 12 doormat Baylor into the national […]