Raider Legend Ben Davidson Sack An Opposing Quarterback
At 6-foot-8-inches and 275 pounds, Raiders lineman Ben Davidson was a terror to offenses of the AFL throughout the 1960s. Here he, along with fellow Raiders, perform their work upon an unfortunate opposing quarterback.
Joe Kapp Meets Jerry Mays in Super Bowl IV
Viking quarterback Joe Kapp gets set for an encounter with Chiefs defensive lineman Jerry Mays in Super Bowl IV.
Dwight Clark and Joe Montana -San Francisco 49ers
The two main participants in "The Catch".
Trailing 27–21 with under five minutes to play, Joe Montana guided the 49er offense on a 91-yard march that produced one of the great moments of NFL History. Facing third-and-goal at the Dallas Cowboys’ six-yard line with 58 seconds remaining, he rolled to his right and, with defenders closing in, lofted a strike to a leaping Dwight Clark at the back of the end zone. Ray Wersching converted the extra point, and San Francisco 49ers was going to their first Super Bowl. The play has since been simply known as "The Catch".
Richie Petitbon and Ron McDole Stop Calvin Hill - Early 1970s NFL
Calvin Hill tries to go over the pile-up but is met by Redskin Richie Petitbon as Ron McDole and Myron Pottios are in the near vicinity for support.
Ken Burrough & Dan Pastorini - Classic 1970s Houston Oilers
Oilers receiver Ken Burrough with the ball. After being the Saints 1st-round pick of 1970 he was traded to Houston where he stayed 11 seasons. Made 2 Pro Bowls as an Oiler and led the NFL in receiving yards in 1975 with 1063. That's quarterback Dan Pastorini behind him.
Jack Youngblood Wraps Up Billy Kilmer -1970s Rams vs Redskins
Nothing but warm embraces for Redskin quarterback Billy Kilmer! Ram Hall of Famer Jack Youngblood played 14 seasons with 7 Pro Bowl appearances and 5 1st-Team All Pro selections. Credited ""unofficially" with 151 sacks.
Dick Butkus and Doug Buffone Stop Packer Dave Hampton - Classic 1970s NFL
Butkus and Buffone! Some early 1970s Bears-Packers action. Bears defenders Dick Butkus and Doug Buffone combine to put the stop Packer Dave Hampton's progress.
Paul Lowe Carries against Houston Classic AFL Football
The Chargers Paul Lowe - Led the AFL in 1965 with 1121 rushing yards and 6 TDS. Here he carries against the Oilers.
Ed Meador, Rams & Bill Brown, Vikings - Classic 1960s NFL
Rams Pro Bowler Ed Meador squares up for a heavy collision as Vikings fullback Bill Brown charges forward behind his blockers.
Giants Great Emlen Tunnell
The first Black player of the New York Giants as well as the first Black Hall of Fame inductee - Emlen Tunnell of Toledo.
Jack Lambert Has Words With Ref - Classic Pittsburgh Steelers
Steelers Linebacker Jack Lambert discusses his obvious disagreement of an official's call during a game. I don't think Lamberts getting through to him.
Rookie Jim Plunkett with Coach John Mazur - 1971 New England Patriots
Rookie of the Year Jim Plunkett with Patriots Head Coach John Mazur in 1971. Plunkett passed for 2158 yards and 19 TDS while guiding New England to 6 wins - the best the club had done since 1966.
Ron McDole takes the Ball from Roger Staubach - 1975 Redskins & Cowboys
Roger Staubach has the ball literally stolen from him by Redskin Ron McDole during the Week 7 game between Dallas and Washington during the 1975 NFL season. The turnover came as Dallas was driving deep within the Redskins side of the field. The Redskins would end up winning 30-24 in overtime.
Joe Namath in Super Bowl III vs Bubba Smith of the Colts
Super Bowl III action as Big Bubba Smith breaks through to put some heat on Jet's quarterback Joe Namath. The Colts defense did manage a couple of sacks on Namath. Smith had 1 of them. That's Matt Snell in the background.
Joe Montana Traded To Chiefs in 1992
In 1992 San Francisco traded their All Time Leading Passer to Kansas City and in 1993 Joe Montana would guide the Chiefs to their first Division Championship in 22 years and an appearance in the AFC Title game against Buffalo.
Steve Young & Joe Montana - 49er Hall Of Fame Quarterbacks
A Real Life Case of "One's Got To Go". Joe Montana had quarterbacked San Francisco to 9 Post Season appearances and 4 NFL Titles in 10 seasons. Add to that, he was the franchise's All-Time Leading Passer. But a 1991 preseason injury propelled backup Steve Young into the starting lineup and by 1992, Young had firmly established himself as one of the NFL's elite. Montana was traded, Young won a Super of his own in 1994 and both would end up in Canton.
Doug Buffone - Classic Chicago Bears Player
A 4th-Round Draft Pick in 1966 - Doug Buffone played 14 seasons for Chicago starting 156 games.
Ron McDole and Jack Pardee - Classic Washington Redskins 1970s Defense VvsDallas
Great up close shot of that Redskins defense of the early 1970s decade. Ron McDole and Jack Pardee anchoring the left side with Manny Sistrunk, Diron Talbert and Verlon Biggs manning the line. Chris Hanburger lines up on the right.
Joe Montana - 5 Touchdowns Super Bowl XXIV
Joe Montana celebrates one of the 5 touchdown passes he delivered in Super Bowl XXIV against Denver. 3 of those TDs went to Jerry Rice. That's 5-time Pro Bowler Guy McIntyre celebrating with him.
Alex Webster behind Jack Stroud - 1959 NY Giants
In 1959 Alex Webster was the Giants #3 leading Rusher with 250 yards as well as their #3 leading Receiver with 27 catches and 381 receiving yards. He and Frank Gifford each had 7 Total Touchdowns. Here he gets behind the blocking of 3-Time Pro Bowler Jack Stroud.
Willie Lanier Stops Charlie Smith - 1974 Raiders vs Chiefs
The story goes that Chiefs All-Pro Middle Linebacker Willier Lanier was considering retiring after the 1974 season, but was coaxed back for another season in 1975. He would be named to his 6th NFL Pro Bowl and stay with the Chiefs until 1977. Here he puts the stop on Raider Charlie Smith.
Paul Hornung Scores, Jim Ringo Blocking - Classic Green Bay Packers Football
Lombardi said of Paul Hornung, "He Smells the Goal Line Anywhere within the 10-Yard Line." He had 63 Touchdowns in his career. Here he goes airborne over Center Jim Ringo against (looks like) the 49ers.
Johnny Unitas, NFL Legend
The great Johnny Unitas shows off his perfect passing form under a LA Rams rush.
Billy Kilmer Vintage UCLA Photo
Vintage photo of UCLA All-American Tailback Billy Kilmer against USC. In the Single-Wing formation Kilmer ran, passed and even punted. In 1960 he led the nation in Total Offense with 1189 yards. A 1st-Round Draft pick of San Francisco in 1961 he would play 16 years in the NFL spending time in San Francisco, New Orleans and Washington.
Clarence Peaks, Old School NFL Running Back Philadelphia Eagles
Clarence Peaks was a 1st Round Draft Pick out of Michigan State of The Philadelphia Eagles in 1956. Played 7 seasons there rushing for 3360 yards and 21 touchdowns. Also spent 2 seasons in Pittsburgh.
Classic Kansas City Chiefs - Mike Garrett, Len Dawson & Ed Budde vs Charger Rick Redman
Some vintage AFL action - the Chiefs Mike Garrett waits for veteran Ed Budde to make his block on Charger Rick Redman. Budde, a 1st round pick out of Michigan State in 1963 played 14 years for Kansas City. Redman, a 5th-round pick from Washington, played 9 seasons for San Diego. That's QB Len Dawson in the background.
A 43 Year Old George Blanda in 1970
In 1970 George Blanda was 43-years old and had a major part in making the Oakland Raiders a contender.
Jim Brown, NFL Rushing Legend
Jim Brown's rushing record of 12,312 yards stood until 1983, 18 years and his Rushing Touchdown record of 106 wasn't broken until 1987 - 18 years later. Here he is against Green Bay in the 1965 Title Game.
Miami Dolphins Football Legend Jim Langer
Jim Langer of South Dakota State. Dolphins center throughout most of the 1970s. Started 109 games for Miami, 3 All Pro Selections and 6 Pro Bowl teams. Hall of Fame Class of 1987.
Charley Hennigan Catch vs Jets 1965 AFL
Oilers great Charley Hennigan making a catch against the Jets in 1965. Hennigan finished his 7 seasons in the AFL with 410 catches and 6823 receiving yards - both ranked #6 among All Time Career AFL Receivers.
Classic Washington Redskins Sam Huff & Charley Taylor, 1965 Sideline Photograph
Classic Redskins photo of NFL legends Sam Huff and Charley Taylor around 1965. Both Taylor and Huff are members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Drew Pearson TD Catch vs Rams - 1973 NFC Playoffs
The Cowboys Drew Pearson had only 2 catches during the opening round of the 1973 NFC playoffs against the Rams - both touchdowns. The Cowboys would come out on top 27-16 this day. That's Ram Dave Elmendorph in the foreground.
Rams Lawrence McCutcheon, 1975 NFL
Ram Running Back Lawrence McCutcheon carries in 1975. That season he gained 911 yards on the ground - it was his only year between 1973 and 1977 where he didn't surpass 1000 yards. That's starting quarterback James Harris of Grambling in the background.
Len Dawson of the Kansas City Chiefs
6 AFL All Star selections a s well as a NFL Pro Bowl in 1972. Len Dawson led the Dallas Texans to an AFL Title in 1962 and a Super Bowl win in 1969.
Bob Hayes, Dallas Cowboys Hall Of Fame Receiver
Bob Hayes, out of Florida A&M, topped the NFL in touchdown catches in both 1965 and 1966, his first two seasons in the league. 12 in 1965 and 13 in 1966.
Lions-NFL Legend Bobby Layne
It's been almost 70 years since he played, but Lions Legend Bobby Layne still ranks among the Detroit Lions franchise All-Time Top quarterbacks. - 1074 Completions (#3), 15710 Passing yards (#3), 118 TD Passes (#3) and 53 wins (#2),
Dick Butkus NFL Linebacker Legend
"If I was smart enough to be a doctor, I'd be a doctor. But I'm not. So I'm a football player" ... Professional Football Players Hall of Fame Linebacker Dick Butkus.
8 Pro Bowls, 5 All Pro Teams, Hall of Fame 1960s & 1970s Team, NFL 100 All Time Team
Milt Plum and Joe Don Looney - 1966 Lions vs Falcons
From the 1966 game between the Lions and newly formed Falcons. Lions QB Milt Plum hands off to Running back Joe Don Looney as Rookie guard Bob Kowalkowski lead blocks. Falcon #74 is Karl Rubke - a former 49er who had 12 season between the NFL and AFL. Plum threw 2 TDS and Looney scored on a 24-yard run in the 28-10 Lions victory.
Vito "Babe" Parilli Green Bay Packers Quarterback
Packers backup quarterback Babe Parilli is featured in the 1959 Pro Football Yearbook. Within a few years, he would emerge in Boston with the newly formed AFL, where he developed into one of the league’s top ranked passers.
Franco Harris & Terry Hanratty - 1973 Steelers vs Jets | Classic NFL
Steelers runner Franco Harris looks to head field. This classic NFL picture may be from the 1973 Steelers-Jets game at Three Rivers Stadium. Harris had 102 yards on 25 carries and a touchdown in a 26-14 Pittsburgh win. That's quarterback Terry Hanratty in the background.
Hugh McElhenny, Joe Perry, YA Tittle and Joe Arneas - 1950s San Francisco 49er Backfield
Some of the members of that great San Francisco 49er backfield of the 1950s decade - Hugh McElhenny, Joe Perry, YA Tittle and Joe Arneas. McElhenny, Perry, and Tittle are all in the Hall of Fame.
Verlon Biggs, Jets - Daryle Lamonica of the Raiders
The Raiders Daryle Lamonica gets a bit of heat from a couple of Jets in some late 1960s AFL gameplay. #86 is Verlon Biggs. Biggs, a Jackson State graduate, spent 10 years in Pro Ball between the AFL and NFL with the Jets and Redskins.
Roman Gabriel Hit by George Andrie - 1969 NFL Pro Bowl
Roman Gabriel, West Division Pro Bowl Quarterback in between two East Division Pro Bowl defenders in the 1969 NFL Pro Bowl game - #73 is George Andrie. Named the MVP of the game, this was Roman's third Pro Bowl as a Ram.
Tom Matte is stopped by Ray Nitschke and Lee Roy Caffey in the 1965 NFL Playoffs
With identical 10-3-1 records at the close of the 1965 NFL season, the Packers and Colts were forced into a tie-breaker game for the NFL West Division. The Pack would win 13-10 in Sudden Death Overtime. Here, Colt Tom Matte (forced to play quarterback due to injuries to both Johnny Unitas and Gary Cuozzo) is stopped by Ray Nitschke and Lee Roy Caffey.
The Chargers Dan Fouts and the Bengals Jim LeClair | 1980s NFL
Dan Fouts set a new NFL Passing Record with 4082 passing yards in 1979. He proceeded to set a new record in 1980 with 4715 yards and again in 1981 with 4802. Here he's being rushed by long-time Bengal linebacker Jim LeClair. LeClair played 12 seasons in Cincinnati going to a Pro Bowl in 1976.
Super Bowl XIII Terry Bradshaw Pressured by Harvey Martin & Ed "Too Tall" Jones
Terry Bradshaw gets some pressure from Cowboys Ed "Too Tall" Jones and Harvey Martin in Super Bowl XIII. Late in the 1st quarter, Martin forced a Terry Bradshaw fumble that was recovered by Jones. Dallas turned the turnover into a touchdown just 3 plays later. Pittsburgh would prevail in the end with a 35-31 outcome.
Ray Guy Strikes a Pose - Vintage NFL Raiders
Raiders Hall of Fame Punter Ray Guy strikes quite the pose on the sideline. Enshrined in 2014, Ray Guy is the only punter in the Professional Football Hall of Fame.
Don Meredith hands off to Don Perkins in this Vintage Early 1960s Dallas Cowboy Picture
Historic Dallas Cowboys game photo showing quarterback Don Meredith handing off to running back Don Perkins on a wide rushing play during the early 1960s.
Classic Late 70s Raiders Offensive Line
Nice picture of that great Raiders Offensive Line of the late 1970s as they form a pocket for QB Kenny Stabler against an on-coming Chargers rush. From top to bottom - Henry Lawrence (#70), Mickey Marvin (#65), Dave Dalby (#50) and Hall of Famers Gene Upshaw (#63) & Art Shell (#78). Tight End Dave Casper (#87) & Kenny Stabler (#12) are also seen.
Tobin Rote, Detroit Lions vs the Chicago Bears Defense with Doug Atkins, Bill George & Joe Fortunato | 1957 NFL
Tobin Rote connects with End Steve Junker in a 1957 showdown with Chicago. When Bobby Layne went down with a broken ankle, Rote took over a guided the Lions through the next 3 games including a playoff win over the 49ers and a title victory over the Browns.
Lions players here Rote at quarterback, Steve Junker catching the pass, center Frank Gatski, #52 and #87 Dorne Dibble of Michigan State.
And for the Bears, some great here #81, Doug Atkins #61 Bill George #52, Wayne Hansen #82, Jack Hoffman and #31, Joe Fortunato.
The Rams Jon Arnett & Zeke Bratkowski in 1961
Some Classic 1960s Rams - Quarterback Zeke Bratkowski hands off to running back Jon Arnett. A Pro Bowler in 1961 Arnett had 609 rushing yards, 9th best in the NFL.
A Page From an Old School NFL Magazine with Joe Namath, Len Dawson and Johnny Unitas
3 of the top quarterbacks in Pro Football going into the 1968 NFL season - Joe Namath, Len Dawson and Johnny Unitas. Namath had just been the first QB to pass for over 4,000 yards in 1967.
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.
