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Ernest R. Davis (December 14, 1939 – May 18, 1963) was an American college football player for the Syracuse Orangemen who won the Heisman Trophy in 1961. He was the award's first African American recipient.
Apr 2, 2014 · A three-time All-American halfback and 1961 Heisman Trophy winner, Ernie Davis led Syracuse University to the national championship as a sophomore and was inducted into the College Football...
May 14, 2024 · Ernie Davis (born Dec. 14, 1939, New Salem, Pa., U.S.—died May 18, 1963, Cleveland, Ohio) was an American collegiate gridiron football player who was the first African American to win the Heisman Trophy.
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Ernest R. Davis was an American football player and the first African-American to win the Heisman Trophy. This biography profiles his childhood, life, career, achievements and timeline.
Oct 8, 2008 · Published: Oct 08, 2008 at 07:02 AM. Ernie Davis' only real NFL footnote was that, as part of a trade between Washington and Cleveland in 1962, he became the first black player drafted first...
Oct 10, 2008 · Biography Drama Sport. A drama based on the life of college football hero Ernie Davis, the first African-American to win the Heisman Trophy. Director. Gary Fleder. Writers. Charles Leavitt. Robert Gallagher. Stars. Rob Brown. Dennis Quaid. Clancy Brown. See production info at IMDbPro. STREAMING. +2. Add to Watchlist. Added by 26.2K users.
Jan 10, 2006 · Ernie Davis, Football, 1959-61. Running Back. 6-2, 210. Elmira, N.Y. Elmira Free Academy. 1960 All-American. 1961 All-American 1961 Heisman Trophy Winner. They called him "The Elmira Express." Ernest R. Davis became the first African-American and the only SU player to win the Heisman trophy.
