HOUSTON (Dec. 16, 2015) – The American Heart Association (AHA) and title sponsor Marathon Oil Corporation are pleased to announce the finalists for the 2015 Paul “Bear” Bryant Coach of the Year Award. Based on the following coaches’ performance on and off the field this season, nominees for the coveted award include:
Kirk Ferentz (Iowa)
Tom Herman (Houston)
Ken Niumatalolo (Navy)
Nick Saban (Alabama)
David Shaw (Stanford)
Dabo Swinney (Clemson)
As finalists, these coaches join an elite group of men recognized for their outstanding leadership in the college football arena. Finalists will attend the 30th anniversary awards banquet on Jan.