Heisman memory shapes Modell view of Davis win
Art Modell recalls Ernie Davis, Syracuse back and 1961 Heisman winner, as Don McPherson nears the award. Davis died of leukemia in 1963 after treatment by Modell, who recalls his humility and the Browns trading rights for Bobby Mitchell. Davis would have been the league’s first black Heisman recipient.
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CBS Hopes for Suspense in Heisman Telecast
CBS plans a suspenseful Heisman reveal with Notre Dame star Tim Brown favored and Syracuse quarterback Don McPherson rising. The network eyes the outcome as a boost for its Cotton Bowl Notre Dame Texas A&M promo, noting an unclear race and a potential tough sell if Brown loses.
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Sports TV Weekend Schedule and CFA TV Deal Details
A long list of Saturday and Sunday broadcasts covers college football basketball hockey racing and more. Miami vs South Carolina headlines the CFA double header while ESPN negotiates with CFA for a warm weather site and a pair of bowls. NBC CBS media friction over a golf event's results is noted alongside sports industry views on telecast strategy.
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Five Guys and Their Credentials Set for Featurized News Show
Carlson said the plan frames five men and their credentials as a featurized news show. ESPN officials admit they got…
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OSU trustees OK Bruce firing amid settlement
Ohio State University trustees voted to dismiss football coach Earle Bruce on November 16, with no comment. They also approved a 471000 settlement of Bruce's 7.4 million breach of contract suit and named James Jones to replace Rick Bay as athletic director.
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