Legendary Auburn QB and Heisman Winner Pat Sullivan Passes Away at 69
By Andy Loughmiller
After so much exultation Saturday night, we now have tragic news to report.
Auburn legend Pat Sullivan has passed away just one day after the Auburn Tigers upset the Alabama Crimson Tide in the Iron Bowl. He will be remembered as one of the greatest players to ever play college football.
Sullivan was 69 years old at the time of his passing.
Pat Sullivan, the former Auburn quarterback and Heisman trophy winner, has passed away at the age of 69.https://t.co/qAY9CHN82w pic.twitter.com/ORjl03uI6D
— The Auburn Plainsman (@TheAUPlainsman) December 1, 2019
The 1971 Heisman Trophy winner was the first player from Auburn to ever win the award. He is one of just three Tigers to ever win the Heisman, with Bo Jackson and Cam Newton being the only other two.
Sullivan was responsible for so many memorable moments during his collegiate career. He accounted for 57 touchdowns through the air and another 18 on the ground.
Pat Sullivan, who won Auburn’s first Heisman Trophy in 1971, has passed away at age 69. He’ll be remembered as a friend to Auburn football and college athletics. @PMARSHONAU with the first report. pic.twitter.com/565kKatnQN
— Auburn Gold Mine (@AUGoldMine) December 1, 2019
The Alabama native was inducted into the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame in 1981. He will forever be known as one of the most iconic figures in Auburn football history.
Sullivan also spent some time as a coach for Auburn, TCU, UAB, and Samford. He retired from coaching in 2014.
Our hearts are with the Sullivan family during this tough time.