Andre Ware, quarterback for the University of Houston, made history by becoming the first African American quarterback to win the prestigious Heisman Trophy, awarded annually to the most outstanding player in college football.
Ware’s 1989 season was record-breaking—he threw for over 4,600 yards and 46 touchdowns, leading one of the most explosive offenses in NCAA history. His win was a groundbreaking moment for representation in college football and helped pave the way for future Black quarterbacks.
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