Coach Saban Receives Blanton Collier Award

WAKA Action 8 News,

Posted: Jun 27, 2015 10:09 PM CDT

Updated: Nov 18, 2015 6:12 PM CST

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By:Christopher Glennon

LOUISVILLE, KY— Nick Saban recieved the 9th Annual Blanton Collier Award.

Award is named after former Cleveland Browns head coach, Blanton Collier.

This award is given to individuals who show exemplary integrity on and off the field.

“I have a tremendous amount of respect for him,” Saban said. Collier lead the Browns to the 1964 NFL championship victory, which is the city’s last major chamionship.