Dean C HawthorneDean C. Hawthorne is a member of the Football Writers Association of America and the National Football Foundation. Despite being a descendant of one of America's great authors, Dean didn't intend to pursue a career in writing. However, deep down he aways held out hope that he had inherited at least a shred of his famous ancestor Nathaniel's immense talent. As much as he enjoys writing, it pales in comparison to his love of sports. If you name the game, the odds are pretty good he's either played, coached or at least watched it over the course of his lifetime. Topping his list of favorites is college football. His passion for that sport began more than fifty-five years ago, when he began following the powerhouse program of his future alma mater, the University of Southern California. Read More Read Less