The next spring, Davis noticed more swelling and entered the hospital again. Two days later, on May 18, he died in his sleep. His tombstone reads: Ernie Davis / 1961 Heisman Trophy / 1939-1963.

The next spring, Davis noticed more swelling and entered the hospital again. Two days later, on May 18, he died in his sleep. His tombstone reads: Ernie Davis / 1961 Heisman Trophy / 1939-1963.

The Heisman Trophy has been awarded annually since 1939 to “the most outstanding college football player in the United States ...

Seahawks legend Mack Strong shares the story of how Ernie Davis became the first Black Heisman winner. THIS BLACK HISTORY MONTH, DETROIT LIONS DEFENSIVE END AL - QUADIN MUHAMMAD AND DETROIT LIONS ...

Ernie Davis fans have two opportunities to get their hands on signed memorabilia. Two footballs featuring Davis’s signature are currently up for auction through Lelands. One of the footballs was ...

ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – Elmira football legend Ernie Davis’ name continues to be remembered. Davis was the first Black football player to ever win college football’s Heisman Trophy while at ...

Seahawks legend Mack Strong shares the story of how Ernie Davis became the first Black Heisman winner. Quarterback Sam Darnold joins 'The Insiders' for exclusive interview following his new ...