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Date of Birth
Born on Sept. 11 in Moro Bottom, Ark. He is the 11th of 12 children. -
Nickname
Earns nickname "Bear" after claiming that he wrestled a bear during a sideshow. -
Brayant's Prep Team wins State title
Bryant's prep team wins the Arkansas state title. -
10-0 Champions
As a junior end at the University of Alabama, he earns his second letter with the Crimson Tide, which finishes at 10-0 and national champions. -
Assistant Coach under UA
He becomes an assistant coach under UA coach Frank Thomas. During his four-years as an assistant, the Tide goes 29-5-3. -
Bryant wins 250th game.
On Nov. 8, Bryant wins his 250th game. -
Bryant breaks the Division
Bryant breaks the Division I-A wins record, defeating Auburn for No. 315. -
Bryant Retirment
On Dec. 15, he announces retirement. On Dec. 29, Bryant wins final game in Liberty Bowl for No. 323. -
Bryant's death
Bryant suffers a heart attack in hospital on Jan. 26 at 12:24 p.m. He's pronounced dead at 1:30 p.m.