Won the 2009 Jake Wade Award from the College Sports Information Directors of America for his contributions to intercollegiate athletics
Graduated from Northeast Louisiana University with a degree in Radio/Television Management in 1978
Started out as the sports director for WAFB-TV in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and was the announcer for Louisiana State University basketball games from 1981 to 1986
Best known as a CBS sports analyst, play-by-play announcer, and host of "The Tim Brando Show․"
Joined CBS Sports as the host of "College Football Today" in 1995
Was a studio host for "SportsCenter" and ESPN's college football halftime show and the NCAA Men's Basketball Championship from 1987 to 1990
Has called play-by-plays for more than 25 different sports over the course of his career