While the famous football trophy's name literally translates ... statement to say the Ballon d'Or is made of gold, as the entire ball is painstakingly coated in 18-carat gold plating.

Although NFL is considered the most popular American sport, winning the NCAA National Championship Trophy is also the ultimate achievement. For generations, the notion of a nationa ...

The trophy stands 36 inches tall and weighs 50 pounds, and the gold piece by itself weighs 20 pounds, according to the College Football Playoff. Can't make it to one of the trophy displays?