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Dec 8, 2017 · Ernie Davis died on May 18, 1963 at Cleveland Lakeside Hospital. He was 23 years old. But his legacy can be recalled anytime a black collegiate player takes home the Heisman. In those moments,...

Oct 8, 2008 · Set during Syracuse's undefeated 1959 season (actually two years before Davis won the Heisman), the movie shows him as the MVP at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas. He was informed he could be present to receive his trophy, but could not attend the banquet because it was in a segregated venue.

Sep 2, 2020 · The film tells the story of Ernie Davis, a football player who joins Syracuse. Davis, a running back, takes for over Jim Brown, who goes on to be one of the best players in NFL history. The Express looks at Davis' struggles while at Syracuse because of his skin color.

Aug 31, 2020 · Directed by Gary Fleder, The Express starred Blindspot 's Rob Brown in the title role of Ernie Davis, the first Black football player to win college ball's greatest individual prize: the...

The Express (2008) - Full Cast & Crew - IMDb Edit The Express (2008) Full Cast & Crew See agents for this cast & crew on IMDbPro Directed by Gary Fleder Writing Credits ( WGA) Cast (in credits order) complete, awaiting verification Produced by Music by Mark Isham Cinematography by Kramer Morgenthau ...