McCarron Dreams of New York Heisman Moment
Tide quarterback AJ McCarron earns a Heisman finalist invite as Alabama eyes a NYC trip for the ceremony. He joins Jameis Winston Johnny Manziel and Jordan Lynch among six quarterbacks for the draft season event. Tre Mason and Andre Williams also nab finalist spots.
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Alabama QB A J McCarron eyes Heisman as finalists named
McCarron led Alabama with 36 3 record and SEC marks while aiming at the Heisman in New York at Best Buy Theater. Finalists include Mason, Williams, Winston, Lynch, Manziel and Namath/Stabler/Starr noted as guests. Sugar Bowl looms after Iron Bowl loss to Auburn.
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Lynch Eyes Heisman Prize After NY Finalist Invite
NIU quarterback Jordan Lynch, among six Heisman finalists, travels to New York for the ceremony with hopes of joining the list of previous MAC stars to win. He set rushing records, threw for yards and TDs, and will face stiff competition from Winston and Manziel.
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Clemson's Danny Ford Reflects on Hayes and Bowl Win
Clemson figure Danny Ford explains he spoke to reporters briefly while remaining focused on players. He recalls Woody Hayes reaching out after a confrontation and notes Hayes later faced no more games. Ford, then 30, became Clemson's youngest Division I head coach after Pell's resignation and led Clemson to a Gator Bowl victory and a national title three years later.
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Ford recalls early coaching days in Jacksonville after big game
Ford describes the rush of coaching on national TV and the fears he felt before the game. He recalls the suite size, the closed window gag, doubts about handling the job, and the need to rely on his players. He also mentions not shaking Hayes after the game amid a prior fracas and police escort concerns.
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