Sonny Jurgensen, the NFL's Top Quarterback for the 1967 Season
Taken from a page of a 1968 Sports magazine - Sonny Jurgensen was the league's to quarterback for the 1967 NFL season. His rating of 87.3 was best too. Unfortunately, the redskins finished with a 5-6-3 record, third behind Dallas and Philadelphia.
Classic NFL - Mike Morgan Rushing Roman Gabriel - Mid 1960s Eagles & Rams
Some classic Rams/Eagles gameplay from the mid-1960s. Ram QB Roman Gabriel gets this one away as Linebacker Mike Morgan applies some pressure.
Lance Alworth Catch vs Willie West and the Miami Dolphins - Vintage 1967 AFL
Chargers Hall of Famer Lance Alworth makes a catch against the Miami Dolphins in 1967. Limited by injuries Alworth was active in just 11 games but still managed 52 catches and 1010 yards. It was his fifth straight 1000+ yards season (the 5th of 7). And that's Willie West of the Dolphins. West had a 9-year Pro career spending time with the Cardinals, Bills, Broncos, Jets and ending with the Dolphins. He was a 2-time AFL All Star as well.
Ark Monk Nullified TD Catch Super Bowl XXVI vs Buffalo
Art Monk makes an 2-yard TD catch in the 1st quarter of Super Bowl XXVI, unfortunately, the play was reversed after instant replay showed Monk's foot stepping on the back-line of the endzone.
Classic Bart Starr, Legendary Packers Quarterback
Bart Starr, the legendary Green Bay Packers quarterback in action. Played from 1956 to 1971 leading the Pack to 94 regular season wins, 9 Post Season wins, 5 NFL Titles and 2 Super Bowl Victories.
Greg Pruitt and Mike Phipps - Old School 1975 Cleveland Browns Picture
Greg Pruitt had some nice numbers in 1975 - 1067 Rushing Yards, 299 Receiving Yards and 432 Return Yards for a grand total of 1798 All-Purpose Yards. Had 10 Total Touchdowns too. That looks like quarterback Mike Phipps in the background.
Gene Washington - 1975 San Francisco 49ers Leading Receiver
Gene Washington, San Francisco’s former first-round pick out of Stanford, led the 49ers’ receiving corps in 1975, hauling in 44 passes for 735 yards and nine touchdowns.
Chuck Foreman Scores 1975 NFL Season
Chuck Foreman scores one of his 22 touchdowns he had in 1975. That was second best in the league while his 73 catches was the most.
LC Greenwood gives Ken Anderson a shot - 1970s Classic NFL
Bengals QB Ken Anderson gets a little shot from Steelers legend LC Greenwood in some classic 1970s NFL moments. Greenwood is credited with 78 sacks in his career. He posted double-digit numbers twice - in 1971 & 1974 he had 11 sacks each season.
Falcons Receiver Tommy McDonald Catch vs Minnesota
Former Eagles/Rams receiver Tommy McDonald spent 1967, his 11th of 12 seasons in the NFL, in Atlanta where he was the Falcons top pass catcher with 33 catches, 436 yards and 4 touchdowns. Here he makes a big catch against Earsell Mackbee of the Vikings.
Myron Pottios & Merlin Olsen stop Joe Don Looney - Vintage NFL
Some mid-1960s NFL. Rams linebacker Myron Pottios and defensive tackle Merlin Olsen team up to stop Redskins runner Joe Don Looney.
Mike Garrett and Curtis McClinton - Kansas Chiefs Classic AFL
Kansas City Chiefs running backs Curtis McClinton and Mike Garrett execute a run play during a classic AFL era game, highlighting the strong rushing attack that defined Kansas City football history.
Colts Greats - Jim Parker and Lenny Moore
Baltimore Colts Greats Offensive Tackle Jim Parker and Running Back Lenny Moore, both Hall of Famers. Moore had 7 Pro Bowls & 5 All Pro selections while Parker had 8 Pro Bowls and All Pro selections. Bothg Players named to the NFL 1950s Hall of Fame Team.
Don Meredith fakes to Don Perkins - 1960s Era Dallas Cowboys
A little Play-Action with Don Meredith and Don Perkins of the Dallas Cowboys.
Minnesota Vikings All Time Leading Passer- Fran Tarkenton
Viking great Fran Tarkenton - His 4569 pass attempts, 2635 completions, 33098 passing yards and 239 passing touchdowns are all still Minnesota Franchise records. Incidentally, his 194 interceptions are a team record too.
Saints Legendary 1960s Receiver Danny Abramowicz
Danny Abramowicz - one of the last players taken in the 1967 NFL draft made the cut with the expansion New Orleans Saints and after 6 full seasons left as the franchise's leading pass catcher. That looks like former 49er Dave Parks in the background.
Sonny Jurgensen shows off his Physique - Old School NFL Photo
Quarterback Sonny Jurgensen shows offs his Hall of Fame Physique. But, like he said, he didn't throw with his stomach.
Tom Tracy stopped by Sam Huff & Jim Katcavage - 1959 Giants-Steelers
Vintage 1960s NFL action photo showing Steelers running back Tom Tracy being stopped by Giants legends Sam Huff and Jim Catcavage, with Bobby Layne visible in the background.
Otis Taylor Catch vs Jets - Vintage Early 1970s Picture
Chiefs great Otis Taylor has a catch against the Jets in this early 1970s NFL photo. The Jet might be 1st-round draft pick Steve Tannen. From the fan's reaction in the background this might have been a score. Taylor had 60 of them in his 11-year career.
Classic 1959 Baltimore Colts - Johnny Unitas, George Preas & Lenny Moore vs NY Giants
Classic 1959 Baltimore Colts vs New York Giants. Johnny Unitas led the Colts to a 31-16 win over the Giants in the NFL Title Game that year. Unitas was named league MVP completing 193 of 367 passes for 2899 yards and 32 touchdown passes. Other Colts here are lineman George Preas and Lenny Moore.
Craig Morton Dallas Cowboys Old School Quarterback
Craig Morton took over as the Dallas Cowboys’ starting quarterback following Don Meredith’s departure in 1969. In 1970, he led the Cowboys to Super Bowl V against the Baltimore Colts. By 1971, however, Morton found himself locked in a quarterback rotation with Roger Staubach—a situation that ultimately ended with Morton being traded to the New York Giants in 1974.
Houston Antwine, Patriots Chasing Terry Bradshaw, Steelers - A 1970 NFL Picture
Steelers Rookie Terry Bradshaw under some pressure from Boston Patriots lineman Houston Antwine during the 1970 pre-season. That's long time Steelers veteran center Rays Mansfield in the back.
Sam Huff, Vintage Redskins Football
Former Giant-turned-Redskin - Hall of Fame Linebacker Sam Huff became a Redskin when he was traded to them in 1964. He remained in Washington until 1967. He returned in 1969 at the request of new Redskin Head Coach Vince Lombardi to play 1 more season.
The New York Jets Sideline with QB Joe Namath And Receiver Don Maynard
Two of the stars of the Jets of the Late 60s - Hall of Famers Joe Namath and Don Maynard.
Dick Butkus, Yale Lary, Ron Mix and Johnny Unitas | 1979 Pro Football Hall Of Fame Inductees
The 1979 Pro Football Hall Of Fame Inductees - Dick Butkus of the Bears, Yale Lary of the Lions, Ron Mix Chargers & Raiders and Johnny Unitas of the Colts & Chargers.
The Chargers Ernie Ladd Rushing the Chiefs Len Dawson - Old School AFL
The Big Cat breaks through! Ernie Ladd gets into the Chiefs backfield and causes some chaos. That's Len Dawson and Jon Gilliam pictured here.
Old School NFL - Dick Bass carries against the Chicago Bears
Rams great Dick Bass played 10 seasons - all in LA. Finished with 5417 rushing yard and 1841 receiving yards for a grand total of 7258 Yards from scrimmage. He also had 42 Total Touchdowns.
Bart Starr Passing Against the Giants in the 1962 NFL Championship
A classic NFL photo of Bart Starr in the 1962 NFL Championship dropping back behind an effective Packers Offensive Line blocking against the Giants’ defense. The Packers won 16-7.
Players shown here are - Packers offense Bart Starr, Jim Taylor, Forrest Gregg, Jerry Kramer, Jim Ringo and Bob Skoronski (Fuzzy Thurston is probably in there too). The Giants front 4, Jim Katcavage, Dick Modzelewski, Rosey Grier and Andy Robustelli.
Charley Johnson and Ken Gray - 1965 St Louis Cardinals
Charley Johnson, Cardinals quarterback from 1961 to 1969. Started 87 games and tossed 108 touchdowns while he was there. #64 is long-time Cardinals vet Ken Gray who played 12 seasons in St. Louis and made 6 Pro Bowls.
Johnny Unitas, Classic Baltimore Colts Quarterback
Johnny Unitas — the gold standard of quarterback play, established precision passing and clutch leadership in pro football history.
Vintage New York Giants Football, YA Tittle 1962 vs the St Louis Cardinals
Old Man Can Run! YA Tittle takes off against the Cardinals in 1962. YA Tittle had a league-high 33 touchdown passes in 1962. He had 3 in this game.
Jim Brown carries against Ordell Braase and the 1965 Baltimore Colts
Billy Ray Smith and Ordell Braase of the Colts move in on Jim Brown. In 1965, Jim Brown was, once again, the NFL's top rusher with 1544 yards and 17 rushing touchdowns. It was his 9th and final season as he retired as the NFL's All-Time Leading Rusher with 12,312 and top Rushing Touchdown Scorer with 106. Both records would stand until broken by Walter Payton. The Rushing Yards record in 1983 and the Rushing Touchdowns in 1987.
Paul Hornung on the Green Bay Packers Sideline - 1960s NFL
Paul Hornung sits on the Green Bay Packers sideline, towel in hand, streaked with mud and looking worn from a hard-fought game. Classic black-and-white NFL action capturing the legendary “Golden Boy” during the tough battles of the 1960s.
Rookie Bob Griese and Norm Evans of the Dolphins with the Chiefs Jerry Mays - 1967 AFL Football
Rookie Bob Griese, fresh out of Purdue, took over as Miami’s starting quarterback in 1967. He started 10 games that season, throwing for 2,005 yards and 15 touchdowns. In this shot, Griese gets the pass off while feeling the heat — (we think it's) Kansas City’s Jerry Mays — as No. 73, tackle Norm Evans, holds the line. Evans went on to play 14 seasons and start 166 games with the Oilers, Dolphins and Seahawks.
Frank Gifford Breaks the Tackle of Don Shula of the Redskins in 1957
In 1957 the Giants Frank Gifford was named to his 5th straight Pro Bowl and 3rd straight All Pro Team when, in a 12-game season, he totaled 1116 yards from scrimmage (528 rushing yards and 588 receiving yards) on 177 touches; that's a 6.3 Yards-per-Touch. He also had 9 scores. Word is #26 is none other than Redskin defensive back Don Shula - the future Head Coach of the Baltimore Colts and Miami Dolphins.
Nick Pietrosante runs through the 1959 Green Bay Packers Defense
Detroit Lions star Nick Pietrosante breaks through the Packers defense in this late 1950s NFL action. Packers here (we think) are Dan Currie (#58), Dave Hanner (#79), Bill Forrester (#71) and Tom Bettis (#65). The Lions, Jim Gibbons at left, Pietrosante at right and Hall o Famer Lou Creekmur in the background.
Bobby Mitchell Catch vs Glenn Gass of the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1963
Redskin Bobby Mitchell struggles to hold on to ball amidst a collision with Steelers defensive back Glenn Gass. In 1963 Mitchell led the NFL in receiving yards with 1436 yards on 69 catches, a 20.8 YPC average. He also had a 99 yard score in the season opener against his former team Cleveland.
49er Legend Hugh McElhenny - Vintage NFL Photo
As a rookie in 1952 Hugh McElhenny won Rookie of Year honors when he averaged 7 yards a carry a 8.5 yards a touch.
Viking Legend Jim Marshall Harasses Packer Bart Starr
Bart Starr's is in a bit of a situation as Vikings great Jim Marshall, along with veteran Jim Prestel bring the heat.
"Big Daddy" Lipscomb Deflects a Charlie Connerly Pass
"Big Daddy" Lipscomb goes up high to deflects a Charlie Connerly Pass in this late-50s Old School NFL Photo. We think the other Colt in the picture is veteran lineman Ray Krouse who played from 1951 to 1960.
Earl Morrall, Lions and Bill Jobko, Rams 1960 NFL Photo
The Rams Bill Jobko has Lions quarterback Earl Morrall on the run. In 7 seasons (1958-1964) primarily as a backup, Morrall had 26 starts and is credited with 15 wins.
Joe Perry The Leading Colts Rusher in 1961
The Colts top runner in 1961 with 675 yards, Joe Perry, gets some running room against the Lions. That's guard Palmer Pyle behind him and Lion Defensive End Darris McCord moving in to engage.
Vikings Rookie Quarterback Fran Tarkenton in 1961
As an expansion team in 1961 the Minnesota Vikings took Georgia quarterback Fran Tarkenton in the 3rd round of the college draft that year. Started 10 games and throwing an impressive 18 touchdowns while rushing for 5 more.
Jim Taylor and Packers Offense vs Sam Huff and the Giants Defense with 1963 NFL Predictions
Jim Taylor powers through the Giants defense here - most likely in 1962 when they won the NFL Title. This picture comes from a sports publication previewing the upcoming 1963 NFL season and the insert is the predicted finish for the teams. They didn't quite get it right. It would be the Giants repeating as Eastern Conference Champs and the Bears edging out Packers in the West and eventually winning the NFL Title for 1963.
Giants shown here are Andy Robustelli (#81), Dick Modzelewski (#77) and Sam Huff (#70). The Packers, Fuzzy Thurston (#63), Jim Ringo (#51), Norm Masters (#78) and Jim Taylor (#31).
Babe Parilli Scores vs Houston in 1961
Boston quarterback Babe Parilli scores on a 1-yard run against the Oilers in some 1961 AFL action. Parilli was credited with 6 wins for the Patriots as he passed for 1314 yards, 13 touchdowns and a had an AFL high 52.5% completion rate. #64 is Lineman Tony Sardisco.
The Steelers Bobby Layne & Tom Tracy with the Giants Jim Katcavage
Steelers QB Bobby Layne handing off the veteran runner Tom Tracy, probably around 1961. By this time Layne was nearing the end of his colorful 15-year career and had actually tied the great Sam Baugh for the All-Time Touchdown Passes lead. He ended his career the next year surpassing Baugh with a total of 196 TDs, but so do YA Tittle.
That's Giant great Jim Katcavage coming in the behind.
Roman Gabriel gives to Tommy Mason - 1969 LA Rams
Late 1960s LA Rams Offense - Roman Gabriel turns to hand off to former Viking Tommy Mason. In 1969 Gabriel not only made the Pro Bowl but was voted the NFL MVP. The other Rams seen here are #22, running back Dick Bass and #87, tight end Billy Truax.
Matt Snell Scores in this Vintage NY Jets Photo
With fist thrust skyward, New York Jets legend Matt Snell strikes a triumphant touchdown pose — one of 31 such moments during his nine-year professional career.
Jerry Kramer in a Classic Green Bay Packers Photo
Packers Hall of Fame Guard Jerry Kramer was called the "Best Guard in Football" by Packers Head Coach Vince Lombardi.
Vintage NFL Photo of Grady Alderman, Minnesota Vikings
One of the original Minnesota Vikings when they started play in the NFL, Grady Alderman would play 14 years as a Viking starting 177 games between 1961 and 1974.
The 49ers Billy Kilmer & the Lions Carl Brettschneider - Some Old School 1962 NFL
Some early 1960s NFL. 49er Billy Kilmer goes against Carl Brettschneider and the Detroit Lions. That looks like Bernie Casey in the foreground.
Classic Vintage Photo of Roman Gabriel, North Carolina State
The 1st-Round Draft pick of the Los Angeles Rams in 1962 - Roman Gabriel of North Carolina State. Remained in LA for 11 seasons passing for over 22,000 yards and 154 touchdowns.
Vintage NFL - Fran Tarkenton Under Pressure from Ram Fred Dryer
Fran Tarkenton is about to have an encounter of the Fred Dryer kind.
Brian Sipe and Sam Rutigliano - Classic 1978 Cleveland Browns
Sam Rutigliano had been an assistant coach with the Saints, Jets, Broncos and Patriots before he took over as Head Coach for Cleveland in 1978. And while his Browns would win only 47 games, they would make the playoffs twice during his 7-year stay there. His quarterback for that time was Brian Sipe. Sipe would be named NFL MVP in 1980.
Alex Karras, Jim Gibbons & Frank Gilliam of Iowa Celebrate after their 1957 Rose Bowl Win
Iowa celebrates their 1957 Rose Bowl win over Oregon State. That's Alex Karras on the left, Jim Gibbons in the foreground, Frank Gilliam beside Karras and Head Coach Forest Evashevski with bottle of Coke. Karras and Gibbons to enjoy NFL careers with Detroit while Gilliam would play briefly in the CFL before joining Minnesota where he was a scout and personnel man for over 36 years.
Bengal Tommy Casanova -1974
Tommy Casanova was a 2nd-round draft pick out of LSU in 1972. Spent 6 seasons with the Bengals going to 3 Pro Bowls.
John Brockington runs behind Gale Gillingham 1972 Green Bay Packers Offense
Behind the blocking of Gale Gillingham, Packer's great John Brockington takes the handoff against the Lions. In 1972 Brockington had his second 1000-yard rushing season when he picked up 1027byards and 8 touchdowns. That #74 looks like longtime veteran Larry Hand who played 13 seasons in the NFL - all in Detroit.
Ron Johnson vs Miami Dolphins 1972 NFL
Giants runner Ron Johnson carries against the Miami Dolphins. In 1972 Johnson set a new Giants Rushing record when he picked up 1182 yards on the ground.
Robert Brazile Breaks Up a Pass to Dan Johnson of the Dolphins
Dr Doom - Robert Brazile breaks up a pass intended for Dolphim Tight End Dan Johnson. Brazile, a Hall of Famer in 2018, is credited with 48 sacks and over 1200 tackles.
Jim Plunkett and Mark Van Eeghen of the 1980 Oakland Raiders
After sitting the bench for the 1979 season Jim Plunkett stepped in for the Raiders when Dan Pastorini went down with an injury in week 5 of the 1980 season. He would lead Oakland to 9 wins to go make the playoffs and then all the way to a Super Bowl win. Here he is with fullback Mark van Eeghen giving some protection.
Sonny Jurgensen sacked by Bob Lilly, George Andrie and the Dallas Cowboys Defense
Sonny Jurgensen goes does under a heap of Cowboys in some 1960s-NFL action. George Andrie, Bob Lilly and #77, [could be] Jim Colvin.
Doug Williams - 4 Touchdowns in Super Bowl 22
After some tough seasons in Tampa Bay, quarterback Doug Williams enjoyed a career revitalizing moment when he threw for 4 touchdowns against the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl XXII earning MVP Honors.
Bob Brown blocking as Big John Baker puts some heat on Norm Snead - Classic 1960s NFL, Steelers & Eagles
Bob Brown keeps Big John Baker away long enough for Norm Snead to get this one away. At 6' 6", 280 pounds Baker was every bit as big as Bob Brown. A 5th-round pick from North Carolina Central in 1958 by the Rams, he played 11 years in the NFL.
Daryle Lamaonica 1963 to1966 Buffalo Bills
Daryle Lamonica - from his time with the Buffalo Bills. Lamonica started his career with 4 seasons in Buffalo (1963-1966) before going to Oakland in 1967. The other Bills here are Al Bemiller (#50), Wray Carlton (#30), Billy Shaw (#66) and Joe O'Donnell (#67). We think the opposing team are the Patriots - that would make #65, the defender beside Lamonica, AFL All Star Houston Antwine.
Giants Linebacker Carl Banks
Giants veteran linebacker Carl Banks started played 9 seasons and started 105 games for New York, tallied 627 tackles, 36 sacks and went to 2 Super Bowls.
Mike Curtis Battles Randy Beisler
With the referee at his back, Mike Curtis uses the fortuitous turn of events to his advantage against Randy Beisler of the 49ers.
Gale Sayers - Old School Bears Running Back
One the most electrifying runners of the 1960s decade. Gale Sayers averaged 973 yards a season his first 5 years in the league - despite missing part of 1968 with a season ending knee-injury. After leading the NFL in rushing in 1969, he suffered another knee injury in 1970 he would never fully recover from and was out of football after 1971. He still ranks #5 on the Bears franchise All-Time Rushing List.
John Riggins Redskin - Ray Childress Oilers
Some 1980s NFL gameplay. The Oilers Ray Childress moves in on Redskin John Riggins. Childress was a 6-time Pro Bowl player in his 12-year career.
John David Crow, John Brodie and Ken Willard - 1965 San Francisco 49ers
In 1965, the 49ers fielded one of the NFL’s most explosive offenses, powered by rookie fullback Ken Willard (1,031 yards from scrimmage, 9 TDs), halfback John David Crow (1,007 yards, 9 TDs), and quarterback John Brodie, who led the league in passing with 242 completions, 3,112 yards, and 30 touchdowns. All three earned Pro Bowl honors.
Alan Page Fumble Recovery vs Chicago Bears with Gary Larsen and Jim Marshall - Vinatge Vikings Photo
Alan Page has the ball! Here is the Vikings Hall of Fame Defensive Tackle with one of the 23 he had in his 15-year career. In 1970 he led the league with 7 - including one returned for a 65-yard score against Chicago.
LA Rams Legend Isiah Robertson
The 1971 Defensive Rookie of the Year - Rams Linebacker Isiah Robertson of Southern.
Bobby Layne scores on Cleveland in the 1952 NFL Championship
Bobby Layne breaks through and scores against the Cleveland Browns in the 1952 NFL Title game. The Lions would go on the win 17-7 and take the crown. The Browns seen here are Bert Rechichar (#15), Walt Michaels (#34), Tommy Thompson (#54) and Derrell Palmer (#72).
Ted Hendricks about to Sack John Elway - Raiders & Broncos Classic 1980s NFL
Will John Elway gets this one away before Ted Hendricks gets to him? Some 1980s Raiders and Broncos action.
Charlie Krueger, San Francisco 49er Legend
Ernie Ladd on the Chargers Sideline A Classic AFL Photo
The Big Cat, Ernie Ladd looks ready to get down to business in the vintage San Diego Chargers photo.
Frank Gifford, Giants and Jerry Norton of the Chicago Cardinals - 1959 NFL
Frank Gifford makes a catch against Jerry Norton of the Chicago Cardinals. In 1959 Gifford had 1308 yards from scrimmage on 148 touches. That an 8.8 YPT average. Norton, on the other hand, made his third of 5 Pro Bowls in his career.
Classic 1958 NFL - Jim Brown vs Big Daddy Lipscomb and the Colts
Some late 1950s classic NFL - the great Jim Brown carries against the Colts defense - The Colt all the way to the right is "Big Daddy" Gene Lipscomb.
Leroy Kelly Evades Doug Buffone 1967 NFL
The NFL's top runner in 1967 - Leroy Kelly of the Cleveland Browns - averaged 5.1 yards a carry on 235 carries picking up 1205 and 11 touchdowns. Here he gives Bear linebacker Doug Buffone the slip.
Ken Burrough Houston Oilers Old School 1970s Receiver
Ken Burrough starred in Houston for 11 seasons and hauled in 408 catches for 6906 yards 16.9 YPC) and 47 touchdowns.
Roman Gabriel Passing vs the Washington Redskins - 1960s NFL
Some vintage NFL action from the 1960s - Rams quarterback sets up to pass against the Washington Redskins.
Fred Biletnikoff, Classic NFL Photo
Fred Biletnikoff - a 2nd round draft pick out of Florida State in 1965 perfectly complimented those Raiders teams of the mid-1960s and 1970s. Tough and gritty he left Oakland in 1978 as the franchise's All-time Leading Receiver with 589 catches, 8974 yards and 76 touchdown catches.
The Falcons Tommy Nobis & Claude Humphrey Stop a Viking Runner
A couple of Falcon defensive legends Claude Humphrey and Tommy Nobis combine to stop a Viking ball carrier. Word is this photo may be from the 1973 Monday Night game where Atlanta upset a 9-0 Minnesota team by the score of 20-14 and the Viking runner might be Ed Marinaro.
Alex Karras in a Classic Old School NFL Photo
Detroit Lions Great Alex Karras, probably sometime in the late 1960s. 4 Pro Bowl Teams, 3 All Pro selections and a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame All-1960s Team but didn't make the Hall of Fame until 2020 after his death.
Bob Hayes - NFL Receiver & Gold Medal Winner
Cowboys Hall of Fame Wide Receiver Bob Hayes. In addition to catching 365 passes for 7295 yards and 71 touchdowns, he won a Gold Medal in the 1964 Summer Olympics.
Charley Johnson - Week 13 of the 1973 NFL Season
Charley Johnson gets some blocking help from Joe Dawkins in the 1973 game against San Diego. Johnson had a good day hitting 15 of 26 passes for 216 yards and 2 touchdowns (110.4 QB rating). The Broncos 42-28 win was their 7th of the year.
Rookie Dan Fouts vs Atlanta Falcons in 1973 NFL
Before he was the record-breaking passer of the 1980s Dan Fouts had his growing pains in the 1970s. Here he is in his 2nd pro start in 1973, surrounded by angry Falcons. Not his best of games as he completed only 13 of 36 attempts for 99 yards and threw 4 interceptions in a 40-0 blowout Atlanta victory.
Art Powell, Bills and Willie Brown, Raiders- Vintage AFL Photo
Some old AFL action - Raider Willie Brown thwarts the efforts of Bills (& former Raider) receiver Art Powell.
Tom Matte, Colts Runs Past Deacon Jones, Rams in 1971
Colts runner Tom Matte slips past Deacon Jones and Jack Pardee of the Rams defense. After leading the Colts in rushing from 1967-1969, Matte bounced back from injuries in 1971 to the #2 rushing spot in Baltimore with 607 yards.
Larry Brown, Washington Redskins Great
Redskins Legend Larry Brown - still ranks #3 on the Washington Franchise All-Time Rushing List with 5875 yards and #5 in Rushing Touchdowns with 35.
Ken Stabler, Raiders Passing Legend
Raiders Legend Ken Stabler passed for over 19,000 yards and 150 touchdowns in Oakland. Won a Super Bowl in 1976.
Jack Gregory Hits Roger Staubach - 1978 Giants & Cowboys
Roger Staubach gets the pass away just in time as Giants vet Jack Gregory breaks through to put a hit on him. Probably from around 1978. Cowboy #62 is center John Fitzgerald.
Raymond Berry Catch vs Washington - 1957 NFL Photo
Classic Photo of Colts Hall of Famer Raymond Berry in action. We think this is from the 1957 game against the Redskins where Berry had 12 catches for 224 yards and 2 touchdowns in a 21-17 Baltimore win. If this is Washington, then the defenders could be Joe Scudero, #28 and Dick James, #47.
Bears Legend Dick Butkus, a Classic NFL Image
The Enforcer - Dick Butkus, looks a bit more weathered and worn in this photo. In his 9 years as Bear he made the Pro Bowl 8 times. All-Pro, 5.
Raider Skip Thomas Breaks Up a Pass intended for Lynn Swann in Week One of the 1976 NFL Season
Skip Thomas breaks up a pass intended for Steelers star Lynn Swann during a fierce 1976 Week 1 clash between the Raiders and Steelers—two NFL powerhouses of the era. The game became infamous for George Atkinson’s controversial hit that sidelined Swann.
Joe Schmidt Stares Down Zeke Bratkowski - Old School NFL
Old School Football! Detroit Lions Great Joe Schmidt prepares for the snap across from Rams quarterback Zeke Bratkowski.
Classic NFL Photo of YA Tittle on a mud covered field
Yet the subject of another iconic NFL History photo, Giants quarterback YA Tittle walks across a playing field turned into a quagmire of mud.
NFL Legend Dick Stanfel
Old School NFL - Dick Stanfel played from 1952 to 1958 for the Lions and Redskins. Briefly filled in as the Saints Head Coach in 1980. Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2016.
Walter Payton, the 1980 NFC Rushing Leader
The NFC's top Runner in 1980 - Chicago's Walter Payton rushed for 1460 yards and 6 touchdowns and he averaged 4.6 yards-a-carry. Here he is featured in Pro Football Monthly's Who's Who in 1981.
Lee Roy Jordan in a Vintage Volkswagen Ad from the 1970s
This Volkswagen Beetle might last as long as Lee Roy Jordan did. Jordan was a 1st-Round Draft pick of the Cowboys in 1963 and played until 1976. He started 174 regular season games and 19 Post Season.
Middle Linebacker Lee Roy Jordan Vintage Dallas Cowboys
One of the best Middle Linebackers in Dallas Cowboys History - Lee Roy Jordan played 14 seasons in the NFL and started 174 games. Here he is with fellow legend Bob Lilly next to him.
