Elmira football legend Ernie Davis’ name continues to be remembered. Davis was the first Black football player to ever win ...
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. (WBNG) - Ernie Davis' name ... Unfortunately, Davis never made his NFL debut as he passed away after a battle with leukemia at just 23 years old. “When he passed away, and ...
In Syracuse's 23-14 victory over Texas in the ... Two days later, on May 18, he died in his sleep. His tombstone reads: Ernie Davis / 1961 Heisman Trophy / 1939-1963.
In Syracuse's 23-14 victory over Texas in the ... Two days later, on May 18, he died in his sleep. His tombstone reads: Ernie Davis / 1961 Heisman Trophy / 1939-1963.