Star running back at Syracuse University; first black player to win the Heisman Trophy (1961); drafted by the Washington Redskins and traded to Cleveland but died the following year from leukemia before playing a pro game. Vintage ballpoint signature, “Ernie Davis (Syracuse),” on an off-white 5 x 3 custom collector’s card, also signed by eight other college backs, including Roman Gabriel, Fred Cox, Bill Triplett, Bob Ferguson and Jack Nelson, each adding their college. In fine condition, with a trace of mild toning. COA Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
