Andre Ware

About

Became the first black quarterback to win the Heisman Trophy in 1989, while leading the University of Houston; made his NFL debut in 1990 for the Detroit Lions and had a lengthy Canadian Football League career.

Before Fame

He was a standout football player at Dickinson High School in Texas, then went on to set a number of school records at the University of Houston.

Trivia

After his playing days were finished, he began broadcasting for the Houston Texans.

Family Life

He was born and raised in Galveston, Texas.

Associated With

In Detroit he teamed up with Barry Sanders, who won the Heisman in 1988.