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The Heisman Trophy Is Named After This Coach and Innovator

CLEVELAND, OH - NOVEMBER 24, 1963: Action during a game on November 24, 1963 between the Dallas Cowboys and the Cleveland Browns at Municipal Stadium in Cleveland, Ohio. There was some dispute as to whether this game should have been played or not to properly honor of President of the United States John F. Kennedy, who was assassinated two days ago in Dallas, Texas. (Photo by: Henry Barr Collection/Diamond Images/Getty Images)

<p>Pat McManamon's sportswriting career has spanned more than 35 years and included stops at ESPN and the <em>Akron Beacon-Journal</em>. He shares a love of history with his older brother, a Renaissance historian and nautical archaeologist.</p>


Pat McManamon

Pat McManamon&#8217;s sportswriting career has spanned more than 35 years and included stops at ESPN and the Akron Beacon-Journal. He shares a love of history with his older brother, a Renaissance historian and nautical archaeologist.

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Pat McManamon's sportswriting career has spanned more than 35 years and included stops at ESPN and the Akron Beacon-Journal. He shares a love of history with his older brother, a Renaissance historian and nautical archaeologist.

<p>Sports and recreation are an integral part of human history, from the ancient Olympics to the Kentucky Derby, Jackie Robinson, Negro League Baseball, the Super Bowl and more.</p>


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<div class="p-rich_text_section">African Americans have played a central role in shaping U.S. history. From slavery and its abolition to the Great Migration, the civil rights movement and military, scientific, cultural and political achievements, explore key moments, milestones and figures in Black History.</div>
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