Shout out: Sims’ antics an embarrassment

 
The Oklahoman Editorial | Modified: December 16, 2008 at 4:45 am | Published: December 16, 2008   

Would someone please muzzle Billy Sims?

After Oklahoma quarterback Sam Bradford was announced as the winner of the Heisman Trophy on Saturday night, members of the audience stood and applauded as Bradford shook hands with the runners-up, hugged his parents, received congratulations from coach Bob Stoops and then made his way to the stage. All the while Sims, who was on stage with past Heisman winners, could be heard shouting "Boomer!” over and over and over again.

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Dec 17But he won't stop saying "Boomer."

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