Posted on Jan 13, 2018
Keith Jackson: Legendary college football broadcaster dies
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DEATH OF THE DAY
Keith Jackson, who was widely regarded by several generations as the voice synonymous with college football, has died. He was 89.
Jackson died on Friday night, according to media reports.
The Georgia-born Jackson's folksy voice and colorful expressions made him a popular play-by-play personality among college football fans.
Jackson was best known for his signature phrase "Whoa, Nellie" as well as "big uglies" in reference to offensive linemen and holding the second syllable in the word "fumble." He is also credited with nicknaming the Rose Bowl as "The Granddaddy of Them All" as well as christening Michigan Stadium with its "Big House" moniker.
Jackson began his broadcasting career on the radio in 1952 by calling a Washington State vs. Stanford game. He went on to call national college football games for ABC Sports from 1966-2006 in addition to providing the voice for Monday Night Football in the NFL in 1970. Jackson also worked with games involving Major League Baseball and the NBA as well as events such as PGA Tour golf, the Olympics, boxing and auto racing.
Although versatile, it was college football for which Jackson was best known.
Jackson initially announced his retirement from college football play-by-play responsibilities after the 1998 season, but stayed on with ABC Sports before walking away in May 2006.
His last game was a memorable one as it was the 2006 Rose Bowl, with Vince Young leading Texas past Heisman Trophy winners Matt Leinart and Reggie Bush.
The National Sportswriters and Sportscasters Association named him the National Sportscaster of the Year five times, among other honors.
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DEATH OF THE DAY
Keith Jackson, who was widely regarded by several generations as the voice synonymous with college football, has died. He was 89.
Jackson died on Friday night, according to media reports.
The Georgia-born Jackson's folksy voice and colorful expressions made him a popular play-by-play personality among college football fans.
Jackson was best known for his signature phrase "Whoa, Nellie" as well as "big uglies" in reference to offensive linemen and holding the second syllable in the word "fumble." He is also credited with nicknaming the Rose Bowl as "The Granddaddy of Them All" as well as christening Michigan Stadium with its "Big House" moniker.
Jackson began his broadcasting career on the radio in 1952 by calling a Washington State vs. Stanford game. He went on to call national college football games for ABC Sports from 1966-2006 in addition to providing the voice for Monday Night Football in the NFL in 1970. Jackson also worked with games involving Major League Baseball and the NBA as well as events such as PGA Tour golf, the Olympics, boxing and auto racing.
Although versatile, it was college football for which Jackson was best known.
Jackson initially announced his retirement from college football play-by-play responsibilities after the 1998 season, but stayed on with ABC Sports before walking away in May 2006.
His last game was a memorable one as it was the 2006 Rose Bowl, with Vince Young leading Texas past Heisman Trophy winners Matt Leinart and Reggie Bush.
The National Sportswriters and Sportscasters Association named him the National Sportscaster of the Year five times, among other honors.
TSgt Joe C. SFC William Farrell PO1 William "Chip" Nagel LTC Stephen F. SMSgt Minister Gerald A. "Doc" Thomas Maj Marty Hogan MSG Andrew White SGT (Join to see) SGT Philip Roncari SPC Margaret Higgins SrA Christopher Wright SGT David A. 'Cowboy' Groth SP5 Michael Rathbun SSG Diane R. CW5 Jack Cardwell]] Cynthia Croft SSgt Harvey "Skip" Porter COL Mikel J. Burroughs ] SFC Dave Beran PO1 Tony Holland
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Keith Jackson explains 'Whoa, Nellie!'
Keith Jackson joins FOX College Saturday and explains where his famous 'Whoa, Nellie!' phrase came from.
Thanks SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL for letting us know that legendary college football broadcaster Keith Jackson has died at the ripe old age of 89 on January 13, 2017.
Keith Jackson explains 'Whoa, Nellie!'
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tNeOEHGpYyc
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Keith Jackson explains 'Whoa, Nellie!'
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tNeOEHGpYyc
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Sad news- voice of college football when I was growing up is finally silenced. RIP
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