Ernie Davis was the first Black American to win what football award?
Known as the “Elmira Express” (after the New York town he moved to at age 12), Ernie Davis was a three-time All American at Syracuse. During his Heisman-winning season in 1961, he rushed for 823 rushing yards, scored 15 touchdowns, and caught 16 passes for 157 yards. During his career Davis also set school records for rushing yards, points scored, touchdowns, and all-purpose yards.
Super Bowl MVP
Ray Guy Award
NFL MVP
Heisman Trophy
The correct answer is Heisman Trophy.