John Heisman

Football's Heisman Trophy is named for football coaching legend, John Heisman. Did you know that he was born in Cleveland? and that his home, in Ohio City, is an historic landmark?

As America gets ready to welcome another Heisman recipient on December 15, take a minute to learn about the life of football pioneer, and Clevelander, John Heisman.

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