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Earle Bruce, Ohio State coach who followed Hayes, dies at 87

In this Sept. 25, 2003, file photo, Earle Bruce speaks to the media, announcing that the Buffalo Destroyers will be moving to Columbus and Bruce will be the head coach, during a news conference in Columbus, Ohio. Former Ohio State football coach Earle Bruce has died at his home in central Ohio. The College Football Hall of Fame member was 87. His four daughters released a statement Friday, April 20, 2018, on the loss of "a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and a respected coach to many." (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete, File)