Timetoast of Paul Bryant By Farees Khan

By mohkha19

  • 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.