Samford Coach Pat Sullivan Resigns

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) – Samford coach Pat Sullivan is resigning and moving into another position with the university.

The university announced Sullivan’s decision to step down Tuesday after eight seasons, effective immediately. The former Auburn quarterback won the 1971 Heisman Trophy.

Sullivan, who was treated for throat cancer in 2003, cited health problems as a factor. He had complications from neck surgery in April and didn’t travel for the game at TCU, where he also served as head coach.

Sullivan is Samford’s all-time leader in wins and led the Bulldogs to four straight winning seasons and the 2013 Southern Conference championship. They also earned their first FCS playoff bid since 1992 in 2013.

Samford has won at least seven games each of the past three years, the longest streak since 1962.

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