Former Arkansas standout linebacker Dennis “Dirt” Winston presented a commemorative gold football to his alma mater, Marianna High School, in a ceremony this week.
Winston’s presentation was part of a National Football League initiative honoring the high schools of players who have participated in the Super Bowl as part of Sunday’s 50th annual contest. Winston, a four-year letterman for the Razorbacks from 1973-76, played for the Super Bowl champion Pittsburgh Steelers in 1978 and 1979 during his 10-year NFL career with the Steelers and Saints. He presented the football to Marianna Coach Clyde Noel during a ceremony at a school basketball game.