College GameDay honors three NYPD first responders

During an episode of ESPN’s College GameDay, host Rece Davis paid tribute to three staff members who served as first responders with the New York City Police Department during the September 11 attacks.

Marking the 25th anniversary of the tragedy, the program honored the individuals for their heroism and willingness to risk their safety to protect others and bring unity to the country. The tribute included a moment of recognition before a crowd in Austin, accompanied by the unfurling of a large American flag.

In addition to the staff tribute, ESPN featured programming related to the anniversary, including a segment honoring Boston College alumnus Welles Crowther, known as the ‘Man in the Red Bandana,’ who assisted survivors during the attacks.