OMAHA — Marlin Briscoe, the first black man to start at quarterback in professional football, will receive a special honor from Congress.
The Omaha native was recognized by U.S. Rep. Lee Terry last week on the House floor as part of Black History Month. A Congressional Record will be presented to Briscoe on Monday during a ceremony.
Briscoe was a quarterback in college, but was drafted in 1968 by the Broncos as a cornerback. He moved to quarterback after an injury sidelined the starter.
Briscoe was released by the Broncos in 1969. He went on to become an all-pro receiver with the Buffalo Bills and Miami, winning two Super Bowls with the Dolphins.
Cardinals let Pendergast go
TEMPE, Ariz. — The Cardinals fired defensive coordinator Clancy Pendergast, less than a week after Arizona played the Steelers in the Super Bowl.
“Like every decision, it comes down to what’s best for the team and what gives us the best chance to win,” coach Ken Whisenhunt said in a statement released by the team.
Pendergast’s departure leaves the team without both coordinators. Offensive coordinator Todd Haley was named head coach of the Chiefs on Friday.
Possible ex-Panthers
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Julius Peppers and Jordan Gross will slip on Carolina helmets today in the Pro Bowl. It’s possible it’ll be the last time either player is seen in Panthers colors.
Coach John Fox and general manager Marty Hurney face difficult decisions with the impending unrestricted free agents, complicated by Peppers’ desire to play elsewhere next season and the impact the two will have on the salary cap. The Associated Press
