The Heisman Trophy is awarded annually to the most outstanding football player in college football in the United States. In the history of the award, only three African American players have won the Heisman Trophy.

The first Black player to win the Heisman Trophy was Ernie Davis in 1961. Davis, who played for Syracuse University, was the first African American to win the prestigious award. Unfortunately, his football career was cut short by illness, and he tragically passed away from leukemia in 1963.

The second African American player to win the Heisman Trophy was Mike Rozier in 1983. Rozier, a running back from the University of Nebraska, had a standout college career and went on to have a successful professional football career in the NFL.

The most recent African American player to win the Heisman Trophy was Lamar Jackson in 2016. Jackson, a quarterback from the University of Louisville, was known for his dynamic playing style and athleticism on the field.

These Black players have made significant contributions to college football and have left a lasting legacy as Heisman Trophy winners. Their achievements have paved the way for future generations of Black athletes in the sport.