Semmes

Historical marker location:

9150 Moffett Road, Semmes, Alabama

( Marker is at the intersection of Moffett Road (U.S. 98) and McCray Road on Moffett Road.)

The University of Alabama was the site of one of the most dramatic moments in college football history. In 1970, legendary Alabama head coach Bear Bryant walked onto the field during a game against Southern California and ordered his team to remove their helmets as a sign of respect for the recent passing of USC's coach.