John Heisman
This celebrity goo was created by Scott Hardie.
publication date: Thursday, April 16, 2026 (part of April 2026)
category: 
Sports
clue: If you recognize this pioneer of college football (even though he actually coached three sports) who saved the game by advocating for the forward pass, congratulations: Here's your trophy.
explanation: Heisman coached football, basketball, and baseball at a number of colleges from 1892 to 1917. Famously dubbed "the pioneer of Southern football," he was instrumental in the legalizing of the forward pass, transforming American football. The most prestigious award in college football, the Heisman Trophy, is named for him. more…
intended difficulty: easy
solved by: Russ Wilhelm, Steve West, Samir Mehta, and Richard Slominsky
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