Bill Stanfill, Dolphins and Billy Kilmer - Super Bowl VII
Redskins quarterback Billy Kilmer looks like he's about to have an encounter with Dolphins defensive end Bill Stanfill. In Super Bowl VII, Stanfill, along with Vern Den Herder, sacked Kilmer on the game’s final play to seal Miami’s 14-7 victory.
1961 Detroit Lions vs Rams - Nick Pietrosante & Jim Ninowski
Early 1960s decade NFL, probably 1961. Lions Fullback Nick Pietrosante takes a handoff from quarterback Jim Ninowski and tries the Los Angeles defense. That looks like Lamar Lundy, #85 and George Strugar, #77 for the Rams. In 1961, Pietrosante was Fourth-Best among NFL runners with 841 yards.
Vince Lombardi with Bart Starr & Jim Taylor on the 1961 Packers Sideline
Vince Lombardi, head coach of the 1961 NFL Champion Green Bay Packers, stands on the Packers sideline flanked by Hall of Famers Bart Starr and Jim Taylor. The Packers posted an 11-3 record that season and dominated the New York Giants, representatives of the NFL Eastern Conference, 37-0 in the championship game.
Bart Starr, Packers - Doug Atkins Bears - Old School Nfl
Packers quarterback Bart Starr on the run with Big Doug Atkins applying some pressure.
Joe Ferguson, Buffalo Bills 1977
The Bills played alot of catch-up in 1977 and Joe Ferguson led the the league with 457 passing attempts. He also had the most passing yards with 2803.
Ron Johnson in 1975, Giants vs Chargers
Giants great Ron Johnson carries against the Chargers. 1975 was Johnson's 7th and final season in the NFL. He left New York as their #2 leading All-Time Rusher with 3836 yards. The Chargers here are #47 - Sam Williams and #58, Tom Graham.
Bears Linebacker Dick Butkus
Bears Linebacker Dick Butkus focused on the line of scrimmage before the play.
Rookie John Elway Broncos Quarterback
Chosen by the Colts #1 overall in 1983, Heisman Award winner John Elway of Stanford said he would not play in Baltimore and announced he would pursue a career in Baseball if he was not traded. Whether he was bluffing or not, Elway would end up in Denver where he played 16 seasons and lead the Broncos to 5 Super Bowls winning 2 of them.
Andre Tippett sacks Gary Hogeboom, 1986 NFL
Patriots Hall of Famer Andre Tippett swoops down upon Colts quarterback Gary Hogeboom, maybe 1986. Tippett is still New England's All-Time Leader Sack Leader.
Coy Bacon & Diron Talbert take down Joe Pisarcik in 1978
Coy Bacon & Diron Talbert lead the Washington Redskins defense in taking down Joe Pisarcik in 1978. In 1978 Coy Bacon recorded 11 sacks, Talbert 3.5. While second-year man Joe Piarcik was sacked 28 times.
Jack Kemp, Chargers Quarterback in 1962
Jack Kemp was in San Diego from 1960 to the beginning of 1962, a total of 30 games and is credited with 22 wins.
George Blanda's Kicking Form with Daryle Lamonica Holding - 1970 NFL
George Blanda gets set to kick as Daryle Lamonica holds. In 1970, a 43-year old Blanda kicked 16 field goals and threw 6 touchdowns. He also threw 2 more in the AFC Championship loss against Baltimore.
Jim Nance, Boston Patriots and Dan Conners of the Raiders - 1968 AFL
Patriots runner Jim Nance played 7 seasons for Boston averaging 4 yards-per-carry while rushing for 5323 yards and 45 touchdowns while he was there. Twice he was the AFL's top ball carrier -1966 and 1967. Here he carries against Oakland as AFL All Star Dan Conners, #55 closes in.
Johnny Unitas Colts QB Super Bowl III
A shot of the great Johnny Unitas during hie brief appearance in Super Bowl III.
Rams Quarterback Roman Gabriel with Center Ken Iman, 1970 LA Rams
Old School Rams, around 1970 with quarterback Roman Gabriel as he lines up behind center Ken Iman.
Jim Brown and Willie Davis, Early 1960's NFL
Some early 1960s NFL action between Green Bay and Cleveland - Jim Brown carries into line as Willie Davis plays off a block to meet him.
Steelers Quarterback Terry Bradshaw
Terry Bradshaw - Steelers 1st Round Draft pick in 1970 out of Louisiana Tech. Played until 1983 and left as Pittsburgh's, a 50-year old franchise at that time, as the Steelers All-Time leading passer. Still holds that #2 rank today.
Lenny Moore & Jim Parker vs the Detroit Lions Defense in 1963
Early 1960s NFL - The Colts Lenny Moore is met at the goal line by a pair of Lions. #77 is Hall of Fame tackle Jim Parker. Any idea who the Lion defender coming up to meet Moore is?
Rickey Jackson gets a big hit Jim Everett in 1990
The last play of a 1990 showdown between the Saints and Rams, Hall of Fame linebacker Rickey Jackson delivered a clutch hit on quarterback Jim Everett, forcing an incomplete pass that sealed a 24–20 victory for New Orleans. The Rams had driven deep into Saints territory, looking for a game-winning touchdown on the final play. Ironically, the opportunity came after Jackson was flagged for offsides on what should’ve been the last snap. Given one more chance, the Rams threatened—but Jackson redeemed himself with a game-saving play that slammed the door on Los Angeles.
Roger Staubach, Cowboys - Jack Gregory, Giants 1972 NFL
Roger Staubach experiences a bit of disruption from the Giant Pro Bowler Jack Gregory in some 1972 NFL action.
Lionel Taylor makes a catch against Raider Dave Grayson, 1965 AFL
Bronco Receiving Star Lionel Taylor makes a catch against Raider Dave Grayson. In 1965 Taylor would lead the AFL, once again, with 85 catches while AFL All Star Grayson would have 2 interceptions returned for scores - a 79-yarder against the Jets and a 47-yarder against these same Broncos.
Joe Schmidt Sacks Bart Starr - Early 1960s NFL
Packer Bart Starr can't get away from the clutches of Lions great Joe Schmidt in this early 1960s action.
Jim Hart Cardinals & Dick Butkus Bears
Jim Hart, Cardinals quarterback for most of the 1970s decade in action as the Bears Dick Butkus lurks in the shadows.
Keith Lincoln and Bob Dee - the 1965 AFL All Star Game
The Chargers Keith Lincoln was selected as an AFL All Star 5 times in his career. Here he breaks through the line of scrimmage in what might be to be the 1965 AFL All-Star Game. Featuring All Stars from the 1964 season, that would make the Patriot #89 Bob Dee and #47 in the foreground Pete Jaquess of Houston. Bill #70 in the background is Tom Sestak.
Dan Marino and Mark Duper Celebrate
A Dan Marino and Mark Duper Celebration. During Marino's rookie season in 1983 he threw a total of 20 touchdown passes - 8 of those went to Mark Duper.
Alex Karras and Roger Brown - Detroit Lions
Alex Karras shares his thoughts on the state of the NFL with Roger Brown, around the late 1960s.
The caption is obviously incorrect.
YA Tittle & Hugh McElhenny - New York Giants, 1963
Together in San Francisco for 10 years YA Tittle & Hugh McElhenny were reunited again for 1 season in 1963 with the New York Giants.
Dick Butkus and George Allen, Chicago Bears
George Allen, defensive Co-Ordinator with the Chicago Bears, has a chat with rookie linebacker Dick Butkus in 1965.
Tom Dempsey Saints Celebrate After 63 Yard Field Goal 1970
Kicker Tom Dempsey and the rest of the Saints celebrate after Dempsey kicks an NFL record 63-yard field goal against the Lions in week of the 1970 season. The last-second kick gave the Saints a 19-17 victory - their 2nd of a 2 win year. The 63-yarder stood until 2013 when it was surpassed by Tom Prater when he kicked a 64-yarder against Tennessee.
Green Bay Quarterback Bart Starr
Quarterbacked the Packers to 104 Regular and Post Season victories and 5 NFL Championships.
Larry Brown, Redskins - Jim Files, Giants | 1973 NFL
Redskin Larry Brown gets a little tangled up with Jim Files and the New York Giants defense. In 1973 Brown led the NFL in Total Touchdowns scored with 14.
Paul Hornung and Fuzzy Thurston vs Eagles
Packers Great Paul Hornung carries against the Eagles with Fuzzy Thurston blocking.
Mercury Morris vs New England Patriots Defender
Mercury Morris of the Miami Dolphins eludes a New England Patriots defender in this classic 1973 action shot. That season, Morris delivered one of the most efficient rushing performances in NFL history, averaging an exceptional 6.4 yards per carry on 149 attempts for 954 yards.
Bob Hayes Catch against Charlie Stukes in Super Bowl V
Cowboy Bob Hayes about to make his sole catch - a 41-yarder, in Super Bowl V against Charlie Stukes of the Colts. Baltimore held Dallas to a field goal on the possession and would go on the win 16-13.
Jim Katcavage brings down Billy Wade - Early 1960s NFL
Bears quarterback Billy Wade gets some rough treatment from Giants Defensive End Jim Katcavage. It's believed that Katcavage has, unofficially - 91.5 sacks since the 1960 NFL season.
Curt Warner, 1984 Injury
Seahawk's standout runner Curt Warner is helped off the field after suffering a season ending injury in week 1 of the 1984 NFL season.
Curt Warner, Seahawks vs Raiders
Jim Plunkett, Raiders Quarterback in 1983
Jim Plunkett delivers against the Steelers - probably the Divisional round of the 1983 AFC playoffs - the Raiders would go on to defeat the Redskins in Super Bowl XVIII. Marcus Allen #32, seen here blocking had a nice game against the Steelers. 121 yards on 13 carries with 2 touchdowns.
Len Dawson escapes Ron McDole of the Bills
Chiefs quarterback Len Dawson eludes the advances of BillRedskins great Ron McDole.
Leroy Kelly & Lee Roy Jordan - Cleveland and Dallas 1969 NFL Playoffs
Cowboy linebacker Lee Roy Jordan moves in to stop Browns runner Leroy Kelly during the 1969 NFL Playoff game between Dallas and Cleveland. Kelly rushed for 66 yards and a touchdown in the 38-14 Browns victory.
Bob Griese, Don Shula and Earl Morrall of the Miami Dolphins
Bob Griese started as the Dolphins quarterback in 1972 but when he was injured in week 5 against the Chargers, Earl Morrall came to the rescue leading the Dolphins to 9 straight wins and 2 playoff victories, but it was Bob Griese that Coach Don Shula elected to go with against the Redskins in Super Bowl VII.
Bart Starr, Paul Hornung Fuzzy Thurston Other Packers - 1961 Game Program
A page from a 1961 NFL Game Program featuring some of the stars of the Green Bay Packers.
Phil Villapiano, Raiders Macarthur Lane, Packers -1972
In 1972, MacArthur Lane, after four seasons with the St. Louis Cardinals, teamed up with John Brockington in Green Bay helping power the Packers to the NFL’s seventh-ranked rushing offense. Here, Lane falls into the clutches of Raiders linebacker Phil Villapiano.
John Brodie & Ken Willard, San Francisco 49ers 1960s Offense
A couple of reasons for the success of the San Francisco 49ers of the 60s and early 70s - Quarterback John Brodie and fullback Ken Willard.
John Riggins Stopped by Wally Chambers and the Chicago Bears Defense - 1974 NFL
Jets fullback John Riggins is surrounded by Wally Chambers and the Chicago Bears defense in 1974. Riggins was the Jets leading ground gainer in 1974 with 680 yards. Chambers, the Defensive Rookie of the Year in 1973, was a second-team All Pro in 1974.
Joe Greene, Steelers - Fran Tarkenton,Vikings - 1972
Vikings quarterback Fran Tarkenton finds himself in a bit of a situation under the heavy rush of Steeler lineman "Mean" Joe Greene. From 1972
Roman Gabriel, Rams Quarterback in 1971
Roman Gabriel in action in against the Colts, maybe 1969. And that would make Colt #67 rookie center Carl Mauck who started his 13-year NFL career with Baltimore.
Chris Hanburger, Redskins & Hewritt Dixon, Raiders 1970 NFL
1970s NFL after the merger - Redskins linebacker Chris Hanburger closes in on Raiders runner Hewritt Dixon. In 1970 Dixon was the AFC's third leading rusher with 861 yards.
Ray Nitschke and Willie Davis Tackle a Cowboy Runner
A Cowboys runner is mugged by the Green Bay Packers defense with Ray Nitschke and Willie Davis leading the charge. Word is the unfortunate Cowboy is Don Perkins.
Jim Taylor, 1965 Green Bay Packers Media Guide Cover
Fullback Jim Taylor is featured on the Green Bay Press Book of 1965
Jim Plunkett, New England Patriots QB, 1974
Heisman Trophy winner Jim Plunkett was the first player taken in the 1971 NFL draft and spent 5 rough seasons with the Patriots.
John Gilliam, Vikings catch against Dave Robinson of the Packers
Vikings wide-out John Gilliam holds on to the ball for dear life as Packer Dave Robinson fights him for it. Gilliam In 4 seasons with the Vikings Gilliam had a 20 yard-per-catch average on 165 catches. He had 3297 yards and 27 TDs.
Larry Csonka vs Doug Hart and Green Bay Packers 1971
Dolphins fullback Larry Csonka blasts through the line against the Green Bay Packers, 1971 maybe and that looks like it could be Doug Hart in the back.
Ram Tackle Jackie Slater
Rams Hall of Fame Tackle Jackie Slater played 20 seasons and 259 regular season games for the Rams from 1976 to 1995. Here he squares up against Donnell Thompson of the Colts.
Baltimore Colts Great Jim Parker
Baltimore Colts Great Jim Parker - 1st Round Draft pick in 1957, played 11 years in Baltimore. Selected to the NFL 75th Anniversary All-Time Team.
Redskins Great Larry Brown, 1970s NFL
One of the top running backs of the 1970s NFL decade - The Washington Redskins Larry Brown. In 8 seasons with Washington he ended up with 8360 All-Purpose Yards and 55 Total Touchdowns scored.
Jack Stroud & YA Tittle - 1961 New York Giants
YA Tittle joined the Giants in 1961 and led them to 8 wins and a showdown with the Green Bay Packers in the NFL Title Game. Here he is in action with longtime offensive lineman Jack Stroud at the left.
Robert Brown rushing Daryle Lamonica in 1972
Oakland Raiders quarterback Daryle Lamonica (#3) releases a pass just as Green Bay Packer defensive lineman Robert Brown (#78) launches himself into the air in an attempt to block it. In 1972 Lamonica was the Raiders top passer with 281 completions, 1998 yards and 18 touchdowns.
Lionel Taylor catch vs Butch Byrd - 1965 AFL
The Broncos star receiver Lionel Taylor makes a catch against Butch Byrd of the Buffalo Bills. In 1965 Taylor led the AFL in receiving for the fifth time in his career with 85 catches.
Mad Dog Mike Curtis
"Mad Dog" Mike Curtis on the loose. 14 year NFL career, 4 Pro Bowls and an All Pro selection in 1968.
Chargers Receiver Wes Chandler
Wes Chandler of the San Diego Chargers. In 1982 made the All-Pro Team when he led the NFL with 1032 receiving yards and 9 touchdowns.
Charlie Smith is stopped by Bobby Bell and Buck Buchanan - Raiders/Chiefs 1969 AFL
Raiders running back Charlie Smith is stopped by Chiefs defenders Bobby Bell and Buck Buchanan during the 1969 AFL Championship Game. Despite scoring Oakland's only touchdown, Smith was limited to just 31 rushing yards as Kansas City's dominant defense recorded four sacks and four interceptions in a 17-7 victory that sent the Chiefs to Super Bowl IV to face the NFL champion Minnesota Vikings.
A Merv Corning Portrait of Lenny Moore
A Lenny Moore portrait done by the renowned sports artist Merv Corning.
Ken Willard vs St Louis Cardinals, 1960s NFL
49ers battering ram from the 1960s decade. Ken Willard rushed for 5930 yards and 45 touchdowns during his 9 seasons there.
Vince Lombardi with Paul Hornung on the Green Bay Packers Sidelines
By the smile on Vince's face, something good must be going on for the Pack. Here he is with Green Bay Legend Paul Hornung on the Packers sideline.
Raymond Berry vs Dick Lynch in the 1959 NFL Title Game
Hall of Fame receiver Raymond Berry makes a crucial third-down catch against Giants defender Dick Lynch in the 1959 NFL Championship game. Berry finished with 5 receptions for 68 yards in Baltimore's 31-16 victory, which secured the Colts' second consecutive NFL title.
Night Train Lane defends against Packer Ron Kramer
After 2 seasons in Los Angeles and 6 with the Chicago Cardinals "Night Train" Lane was dealt to the Detroit Lions were he continued his productive play. In 6 seasons in Detroit he managed 3 Pro Bowls and 2 All-Pro First Team selections.
Fran Tarkenton with Bud Grant - Minnesota Vikings Sideline, 1972
Quarterback Fran Tarkenton and Head Coach Bud Grant talk things over on the Vikings sideline in 1972. After 5 seasons with the Giants Tarkenton rejoined his former team in 1972 and would lead them to 3 NFC Titles over the next 5 seasons.
Billy "White Shoes" Johnson Atlanta Falcons
Billy Johnson joined the Atlanta Falcons in 1982 and had 6 solid season with them registering 3460 yards and 13 touchdowns. Here he is with William Andrews blocking.
Redskins Great Bobby Mitchell
Redskins Great Bobby Mitchell played 7 seasons in Washington and between Running, Receiving and Returning Kicks & Punts he wracked up 8162 yards and 53 Touchdowns.
Franco Harris run in Super Bowl XIII against Dallas
The ref gets a little in the way as the Steelers Franco Harris carries against the Dallas Cowboys defense in Super Bowl XIII. Harris had 68 yards and score in the Steelers 35-31 win that made Pittsburgh the first NFL team to win 3 Super Bowls. Cowboys noted are Too Tall Jones and Charlie Waters while that might be Randy White on the ground and Larry Bethea behind Harris. Steelers - [might be] Gerry Mullins blocking, Harris and Terry Bradshaw in the background.
Bears Great Dick Butkus
Bears legend Dick Butkus in the twilight of his dominant nine-year career, likely captured in the early 1970s. Even as his playing days wound down, the ferocious linebacker maintained his reputation as the NFL's most intimidating defender, earning eight Pro Bowl selections and four First-Team All-Pro honors before retiring after the 1973 season.
Johnny Brewer blocks Rod Breedlove for Jim Brown
Tight End Johnny Brewer gets between Browns runner Jim Brown and Redskins Pro Bowler Rod Breedlove, sometime during the early 1960s NFL.
Johnny Brewer, Cleveland Browns Defensive End vs JW Lockett, 49ers
Johnny Brewer started off as a defensive end in 1961 with the Browns. Here he is rushing into the 49ers backfield during a preseason game in 1961. The 49er is JW Lockett.
Johnny Brewer leads Jim Brown against the Eagles Maxie Baughan
Some early 1960s decade Action - The Great Jim Brown gets behind the blocking of Tight End Johnny Brewer as Brewer takes on Eagles linebacker Maxie Baughan. That's Eagles Defensive End Bobby Richards behind Brown.
Bart Starr sacked by the Dallas Cowboys Defense in the 1967 NFL Championship Game
Bart Starr is smothered under by the the Dallas Cowboys defense during the 1967 NFL Championship game. Played in -13 degree temperature Starr was sacked 8 times by the Dallas defense but still managed to throw for 191 yards, 2 touchdowns and ran in the winning score on a 1-yard plunge. The Cowboys here are, left to right - Willie Townes (#71), Lee Roy Jordan (#55), Bob Lilly (#71) & Dave Edwards (#52)
Billy Wade & Andy Robustelli, 1963 NFL Title Game
From the 1963 NFL Title game between the Bears and Giants. Billy Wade gets a little heat from Giants Hall of Famer Andy Robustelli. Wade rushed for 2 scores as he lead the Bears to a 14-10 win.
Robustelli unofficially had 14½ sacks for the year. That was the league's second-best behind team-mate Jim Katcavage who had 20½ sacks.
John Brodie - 1970 NFL MVP
San Francisco 49ers quarterback John Brodie, the NFL’s 1970 MVP, led the team to 10 wins and a trip to the NFC Championship. That season, he topped the league with 223 completions, 2,941 passing yards, and 24 touchdown passes.
Bobby Bryant, Vikings stops the Bears Gale Sayers.
After suffering a season ending injury in 1968, Gale Sayer came back big leading the NFL in rushing in 1969. A second season ending injury in 1970 though finally slowed him and He retired during the 1972 preseason.
Here he is carrying against the Vikings defense with Bobby Bryant applying the hit.
Dick Szymanski & Ordell Braase take down YA Tittle in 1960 - Colts/49ers
Colts Dick Szymanski & Ordell Braase take down a opposing quarterback - we think it's YA Tittle of the San Francisco 49ers in, 1960 maybe.
Sammy Baugh & Eddie LeBaron Redskins Sideline
NFL Legend Sammy Baugh on the Redskins sidelines, probably 1952, with Eddie LeBaron who would have been a rookie at this time.
Franco Harris follows John Fuqua block against the Oakland Raiders Defense
Following the blocking of John "Frenchy" Fuqua Steelers great Franco Harris tries the Oakland Raiders defense here in the early 1970s NFL. It looks like linebacker Gerald Irons getting taken down by Fuqua and Dan Conners reaching for Harris. The Assassin - Jack Tatum comes in from the left.
Giants Sam Huff, Dick Modzelewski and Emlen Tunnell Stop a Colts Runner
3 of the legends from the New York Giant Defensive Greats - Dick Modzelewski (#77), Sam Huff (#70) and Emlen Tunnell (#45) converge to stop a hard charging Colts runner.
Johnny Brewer New Orleans Saints, on a Bra Ad
Saints linebacker Johnny Brewer has a little side-hustle promoting Brassieres for Pennyrich.
Frank Ryan & Johnny Brewer, Cleveland Browns vs Vikings Defense Mid-1960s NFL
Vikings and Browns - mid 1960s NFL. Frank Ryan dropping back as the play starts. That's Browns Tight End Johnny Brewer at the right. The Viking linebacker in the foreground is Bill Jobko.
Billy Kilmer & Del Williams of the Saints, Sam Huff Redskins - 1967 NFL
Billy Kilmer is taken down by Sam Huff and the Redskins defense, probably in 1967. The Saint at the left, #61, is rookie guard Del Williams from Florida State who spent 7 seasons with the Saints.
Joe Namath jump pass against the Oilers defense
A Younger and more athletic Joe Namath does the jump-pass thing against [who appears to be] the Houston Oilers defense in the late 1960s.
Greg Pruitt, Oklahoma Sooner in 1972 Sugar Bowl
Greg Pruitt set Big-8 records during his time at Oklahoma. In 1971 he rushed for 1665 yards averaging 9.4 yards a carry. This photo looks its from Oklahoma's 1972 40-22 Sugar Bowl win over Auburn.
Gail Cogdill catch vs Wendell Harris of the Colts in 1963
Lions great Gail Cogdill makes a catch against the Colts Wendell Harris, probably 1963. Cogdill made his 3rd Pro Bowl in that yeare afdter 48 catches, 945 yards and 10 touchowns.
Sam Huff, Giants and John Nisby, Steelers Throwdown - 1961 NFL
Things get a little escalated against the Giants Sam Huff and Steelers John Nisby here in this 1961 NFL photo.
Paul Hornung is surrounded by Bears Ed O'Bradovich, Bill George & Joe Fortunato in 1961
Packer Paul Hornung is surrounded by a pack of Bears here in this early 1960s action. In 1961 Hornung ran the ball, caught the ball and kicked the ball to Player of the Year selection.
AFL Quarterback Babe Parilli
Babe Parilli played 15 seasons in Pro Ball - 5 with the NFL and 10 in the AFL. He was the AFL's top passer in 1964 with Boston passing for 3465 yards and 31 touchdowns.
A stumbling Charley Johnson hands the ball to Joe Dawkins in 1972
A stumbling Charley Johnson hands the ball to running back Joe Dawkins. Dawkins reportedly turned it into a 1st down. In 1972 Charley Johnson joined Denver, started 9 games and helped turn the Bronco offense into the league's 5th best in yardage.
Jim Taylor vs Dick Modzelewski - 1961 Packers/Giants
Packers great gets some positive support from his offensive line as he gets past Giants Dick Modzelewski. In 1961 Taylor had 15 rushing touchdowns - the best in the NFL that year.
YA Tittle vs Colts in 1963
A scene from week one of the NFL 1963 season. YA Tittle led the Giants passing for 3 touchdown and running for another in a 37-28 win over the Colts.
Redskins QB Billy Kilmer, 1972
Billy Kilmer was the NFL's Top Touchdown Passer in 1972 with 19 TD passes. It was the only Pro Bowl selection of his career.
Mercury Morris, Dolphins and Jim Marshall, Vikings in Super Bowl VIII
In 1973 Mercury Morris had 954 rushing yards. But what was impressive was he did that with 149 carries. That's 6.4 yards a carry. Here he is in what looks like Super Bowl XIII with Vikings legend Jim Marshall in the background.
Earl Faison rushing George Blanda - 1961 AFL
Under intense pressure from the Chargers defense, Houston Oilers quarterback George Blanda gets the pass off just in time. Bearing down on him is #86, Earl Faison — the dominant Chargers defender who earned AFL Rookie of the Year honors in 1961. Also in pursuit is fellow rookie #79, defensive lineman Bill Hudson.
Johnny Unitas, Colts and Joe Green, Giants - Early 1970s NFL
Johnny Unitas in some early 1970s action against the Giants. By this time Unitas was nearing the end of his 18-year NFL career. At this time he had passed for almost 39,000 yards, 280 touchdowns, made 10 Pro Bowls, 8 All Pro selections and named NFL MVP 3 times. He also had 4 NFL Championships too.
The Giant in the picture is Bowling Green product Joe Green, the other, not Mean Joe.
Earl Morrall vs Walter Johnson and Jim Kanicki of the Cleveland Browns - 1968 NFL
It looks like trouble for the Colts Earl Morrall as Cleveland lineman Jim Kanicki and Walter Johnson appear to have the upper hand against his offensive line of Glenn Ressler (#62), Dan Sullivan (#71) & Dick Szymanski (#52) in 1968. This picture is reportedly from the Colts sole regular-season loss of that year - a 30-20 upset by the Browns.
