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United States v. John Rogers: A sample of bogus sports memorabilia introduced as evidence in the fraud case against Rogers includes a commemorative Heisman Trophy transformed into a counterfeit 1978 Heisman Trophy awarded to Billy Sims.
Legal / Media & Marketing

Twice Sold, Once Forged: What Became of Sims’ Heisman Award?

So what ever happened to the real Billy Sims Heisman Trophy? The question came up again this year when John Rogers admitted to creating a phony Sims Heisman Trophy and other fake merchandise to commit widespread fraud. read more >
John Rogers, a booking photo from Dec. 3, 2015.
Legal

Update: John Rogers Pleads Guilty to Fraud, Cites ‘Greed’

John Rogers of North Little Rock, who federal prosecutors say defrauded investors by offering a phony Heisman Trophy as collateral for a $100,000 loan, has pleaded guilty to wire fraud. He says his motivation was "greed" and also admitted to selling inauthentic memorabilia. read more >