Marion Motley, Vintage NFL Running Back
Marion Motely destroyed defenses for 8 seasons with the Browns. He was the career rushing leader in the AAFC with 3024 yards and then led the NFL his first season in 1950 with 810 yards.
Jim Brown vs the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1964
Jim Brown carries the football against the Pittsburgh Steelers while Browns offensive tackle Monte Clark (#73) provides a block on Steelers defender John Baker (#78). The image appears to date from the 1964 season, when Brown led the NFL with 1,446 rushing yards and helped the Cleveland Browns capture the NFL Championship.
NFL Legend Joe Perry
Joe Perry started his career with with the San Francisco 49ers in the Old American Football Conference in the late 1940s. He spent a total of 14 years with them during his 16-year Pro Football career.
Packers Hall Of Famer Willie Davis
If sacks before 1982 were official, Willie Davis could very be the Packer Top All-Time Sack leader with 99.5 unofficially recognized sacks.
Tom Mack, Los Angeles Rams Hall Of Fame Guard
The Rams 1st-round pick in 1966 out of Michigan, Tom Mack played 13 seasons and started 175 games for the Rams. 11 Pro Bowls he was inducted into the Professional Football Players Hall of Fame in 1999. Here he's leading the way for a Ram ball-carrier in the early 1970s.
Randy White, Dallas Cowboys Defensive Hall Of Famer
Dallas Cowboys Hall of Fame defensive tackle Randy White - one of the top defensive lineman of his time. Named to 6 Pro Bowls and 7 All Pro Teams.
Mike Curtis wraps up Raider Charlie Smith - 1970 AFC Playoffs
From 1970, the first year of the official NFL/AFL merger. The Colts and the Raiders faced each other for the American Football Conference Title with the Colts coming out victorious with a 27-17 win. The Colts would go on the win the NFL Championship in Super Bowl V. In the picture here, Oakland runner Charlie Smith is halted by linebacker Mike Curtis.
1970s Green Bay Packers - Barty Smith and Lynn Dickey
Green Bay's leading rusher in 1977, Barty Smith takes a handoff from quarterback Lynn Dickey. Smith led the Packers with 554 rushing yards and also paced the team in receptions with 37 catches. Dickey's season ended prematurely when he suffered a severe broken leg in week 9, an injury that not only sidelined him for the remainder of 1977 but also cost him the entire 1978 season.
Viking Chuck Foreman & Jake Scott, Redskins | 1976 NFL
1970s NFL, Redskins & Vikings. Jake Scott moves up to engage Viking Chuck Foreman. We think this may be from the 1976 Playoff game between Washington and Minnesota where Foreman had 105 yards and 2 scores in a 35-20 Viking win.
Nick Buoniconti with Manny Fernandez & Vern Den Herder | Miami Dolphins 1970s Defense
Dolphins Hall of Fame Middle Linebacker Nick Buoniconti stands with Manny Fernandez, Vern Den Herder and that great Miami Dolphins Defense of the early 1970s.
John David Crow vs Sam Huff & Jimmy Patton of the New York Giants
Some Classic Chicago Cardinals & New York Giants from the 1950s era NFL. Cardinal runner John David Crow looks like he's about to cut up field with Giants greats Sam Huff and Jimmy Patton in pursuit.
Steeler Ernie Stautner Cools Off on the Sideline
Steeler tough guy Ernie Stautner tales a break to cool off during a game. Stautner played 172 games over a 14-year career, all in Pittsburgh. Voted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1969 - his first year of eligibility.
Joe Namath and Bill Mathis - 1965 New York Jets
Quarterback Joe Namath and Running Back Bill Mathis, 1965 New York Jets. Namath joined the Jets the previous year in 1964. Mathis had been with the New York club since the inception of the AFL when it was the Titans.
Alan Page, Minnesota Vikings Press Photo from the Early 1970s NFL
Viking Hall of Fame Defensive Lineman Alan Page shown here in Press Photo from the early 1970s NFL period.
Carl Eller, Minnesota Vikings Press Photo from the Early 1970s NFL
Press Photo of Minnesota Vikings Hall of Famer Carl Eller, defensive lineman of the famed "Purple People Eater".
Gary Knafelc, Green Bay Packers Old School End
A 2nd-round pick by the Chicago Cardinals in 1954, Gary Knafelc joined the Packers 2 weeks after 2 weeks into the season and remained in Green Bay for 9 seasons. Played 90 games for the Pack and caught 134 passes.
YA Tittle & Hugh McElhenny - 1959 NFL
West Coast NFL in 1959! 49er QB YA Tittle gives to Hugh McElhenny against the Los Angeles Rams defense. This may be the Week 7 game played at the LA Memorial Coliseum that ended up a 24-16 49er win. The other 49ers seen are #24, JD Smith at left and Joe Perry, #34 on the right.
Dick Bass Gets Behind Tom Mack - 1967 Los Angeles Rams Football
Rams-Packers 1967. Guard Tom Mack gets a good block on Packer linebacker Lee Roy Caffey in an effort to spring Ram running back Dick Bass. In 1967, Bass was the Rams second best rusher with 627 yards and 8 touchdowns.
Daryle Lamonica, Oakland Raiders Passing Great
Daryle Lamonica quarterbacked the Oakland Raiders during the later AFL years of the franchise into the early 1970s years with the NFL. Still ranks #3 on the Raiders All-Time Leading Touchdown Passes List.
Bart Starr vs the Dallas Cowboys in the 1967 NFL Ice Bowl
Pretty sure this is from the 1967 Title Game. Bart Starr under a bit of pressure from George Andrie and Willie Townes. Starr threw 2 touchdowns and scored the game winner on a 1-yard plunge. The other Packer here is Hall of Famer Forrest Gregg.
Fran Tarkenton and Lee Roy Caffey | Giants-Packers, 1967 NFL
Some 1967 gameplay. Packer Lee Roy Caffey comes through but not before Giants quarterback Fran Tarkenton gets the pass away.
Deacon Jones Rushing Bill Munson - 1960s NFL
Some Vintage 1960s NFL - Rams and Lions. Quarterback Bill Munson gets the pass away just in time as Rams Hall of Famer Deacon Jones goes airborne to stop him.
Ron Mix - San Diego Charger AFL All League Offensive Lineman
Originally a 1960 1st-Round Draft pick of both the Boston Patriots and Baltimore Colts, Ron Mix of USC chose to sign with the San Diego Chargers (Boston traded him) of the newly formed AFL. He played 10 seasons in San Diego making All League AFL 9 times.
Larry Csonka 1967 Syracuse All American
In 1968 Miami took Syracuse fullback Larry Csonka with their 1st-round draft pick. He would play 11 seasons (8 as a Dolphin, 3 as a Giant), rush for over 8,000 yards, score 68 touchdowns and end up with a place in Canton in 1987.
Johnny Robinson - Interception vs San Diego in 1965
Johnny Robinson of the Kansas City Chiefs returns an interception against the Chargers in 1965. He had 57 picks during his 12-year AFL/NFL career. Next to him is EJ Holub and that's Sam Gruneisen, Charger #65. Gruneisen played 12 years in Pro Bowl as well, 11 with San Diego and 1 with Houston.
Bengal Receiver Charlie Joiner
Spent 3½ seasons in Cincinnati (6 games into the 1972 season through 1976). Played 39 games as a Bengal, 82 catches, 1463 yards, a 17.8 yards-per-catch average and 6 touchdowns.
"Dandy" Don Meredith Early - 1960s Cowboys Quarterback
Don Meredith passing from the Dallas backfield in a early 1960s NFL game.
Bob Gain and Bill Glass Sack Ed Brown in 1963 | Classic Browns & Steelers
The Cleveland Browns defense gets to Steeler quarterback Ed Brown in this 1963 NFL scene as Bob Gain and Bill Glass break through to bring him down. The Steeler looking back in veteran Mike Sandusky.
Larry Csonka on the Memphis Southmen Sideline with Lee Majors
In 1975 Dolphin fullback Larry Csonka, along with teammates Jim Kiick and Paul Warfield, jumped leagues and joined the newly formed WFL. Here Csonka stands on the Memphis Southman sidelines with actor Lee Majors. Csonka played with Memphis all of 1 season carrying the ball 99 times for 421 yards, a 4.3 YPC and 1 rushing TD. By 1976 Csonka would be in New York. Lee Majors would continue as the 6 Million Dollar until 1978.
1977 Cleveland Browns Quarterback Brian Sipe
In 1977, his second year as Cleveland's starting quarterback, Brian Sipe started nine games before injuries cut his season short. He posted a 5-4 record, completing 57.4% of his passes (112 of 195) for 1,233 yards with 9 touchdown passes and 14 interceptions.
Cleveland Browns Offense - Greg Pruitt in 1975
In 1975 Greg Pruitt was 6th in the NFL in Rushing with 1067 yards and 7th in Total Scrimmage Yards with 1366. Here he is picking up some of those yards against Cincinnati.
The Browns in the background are Robert Jackson (#68), Barry Darrow (#63), Tom DeLeone (#54) & Chuck Hutchinson (#67) while the two Bengals look like Ron Carpenter (#70) and Sherman White (#83)
Chargers Paul Lowe & Ron Mix of the Chargers - Jim Norton, Oilers | 1961 AFL Football
Oiler Jim Norton takes on Pro Football Hall of Famer Ron Mix as Paul Lowe carries behind him in this 1961 AFL showdown between Houston and San Diego. In 1961 Lowe was the Chargers leading rusher with 767 yards. He averaged 4.4 yards a carry and rushed for a league-high 9 touchdowns. Mix was named to his second of 9 AFL All-League teams. Jim Norton played 9 years in the AFL - all in Houston and was named AFL All Star 3 times.
YA Tittle, NY Giants with Big Daddy Lipscomb Rushing - 1961 NFL Action
Some Vintage NFL as Giants Leader YA Tittle gets set to pass as Steeler lineman Gene "Big Daddy" Lipscomb gomes in hard from his blindside. This photo comes from the early 1960s era football.
Raymond Berry, Colts Receiver in 1963
An action shot of Raymond Berry making a catch against the Lions. In 1963 Berry saw limited duty due to a shoulder injury but still had 44 receptions, 703 yards, a 16.0 YPC average and 3 touchdowns.
Redskin Bobby Mitchell Makes a Catch Against Don Fleming of the Browns in 1962.
Bobby Mitchell joined the Redskins in 1962 and would lead the NFL with 72 catches and 1384 yards. Here he makes a catch over the back of up-and-coming star of the Cleveland Browns Don Fleming. Fleming would tragically die in a construction accident before the 1963 NFL season.
Redskin Old School Running Back Joe Washington
Joe Washington spent 4 seasons with the Redskins.
Jim Taylor and Ordell Braase Collide in 1961 Packers vs Colts
From the 1961 Packers-Colts game. Packer great Jim Taylor and Colts longtime vet Ordell Braase collide. Taylor had 82 yards an a touchdown in this 45-7 crushing of the Colts. Packer teammate Paul Hornung had 4.
The Dolphins Mercury Morris in 1973
After becoming a 1,000-yard rusher in 1972, Miami Dolphins running back Mercury Morris narrowly missed a second straight 1,000-yard season in 1973, largely due to injuries that limited him to 13 games. Even so, Morris still rushed for an impressive 954 yards while averaging a remarkable 6.4 yards per carry — one of the best marks in the NFL that season.
Bobby Bell Sacks Joe Namath of the Jets - Classic AFL Football
Hall of Fame linebacker Bobby Bell breaks through to bring down Jets quarterback Joe Namath during a classic AFL-era matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and New York Jets. Bell was one of the fastest and most versatile defensive players of his era, helping lead Kansas City to championships with his aggressive pass rush and sideline-to-sideline playmaking ability.
49er Ken Willard Runs the Football Against the Philadelphia Eagles in 1969
Powerful 49ers fullback Ken Willard advances the ball against the Philadelphia Eagles during the 1969 NFL season. Willard was one of San Francisco’s top offensive weapons during the late 1960s and early 1970s, known for his tough inside running and dependable pass catching out of the backfield. Willard was a Pro Bowler in 1969.
Jim Taylor Carries Against the Los Angles Rams Defense - 1967 NFL
In 1967, New Orleans Saints fans were pretty excited about having former Green Bay Packer Great Jim Taylor on the roster. Unfortunately, the Saint's O-line was nowhere near what Taylor had in Green Bay. Here Taylor looks like he's trying to get outside of the Rams defense in the first exhibition game of the 1967 season. Some great names shown here from that defensive squad - Myron Pottios (#66), Merlin Olsen (#74), Rosey Grier (#76) and Deacon Jones (#75). This is one of the last games played by Rosey Grier - a few weeks later he suffered a career ending Achilles tendon tear against Kansas City.
Chuck Howley - Dallas Cowboys Hall Of Fame Linebacker
Chuck Howley was a 1st-round draft pick of the Cicago Bears in 1958 where he played in 4 games and started 1. Joined Dallas with Dallas in 1961 where he would remain for 12 seasons - started 161 games, 6 Pro Bowls and 5 All-Pro teams he made the Hall of Fame in 2023. Here he is in action against Jim Gibbons of the Lions and that looks like Mike Gaechter in the background.
Ordell Braase & Bubba Smith Pressure Bill Nelson - Browns-Colts 1968 NFL Championship
I believe this photo is from the 1968 NFL Championship Game — Ordell Braase and Bubba Smith put heavy pressure on Browns quarterback Bill Nelson. The Colts defense completely dominated Cleveland, holding star running back Leroy Kelly to just 28 rushing yards, with his longest run going for only 5 yards. Baltimore sacked Browns quarterbacks four times, forced three turnovers, and shut Cleveland out completely. Final score: Colts 34, Browns 0.
New Orleans Saints Rookie Kicker Tom Dempsey in 1969
Saints rookie kicker Tom Dempsey kicking against the New York Giants in some 1969 action. Dempsey, named to the Pro Bowl, had the NFL's longest fieldgoal of the season - 55 yards against the Rams.
That's Saint Tony Lorick working against Giant Freeman White in the foreground with Dave Whitsell holding.
Craig Morton Under Pressure from Colts Defense in Super Bowl V
Craig Morton has to hurry things as Roy Hilton and Fred Miller of the Baltimore Colts defense start to close in during a play from Super Bowl V in 1970.
Cowboys Hall of Fame Lineman Rayfield Wright
A 7th-round pick from Fort Valley State in Georgia, Rayfield Write began his career as a Tight End for Dallas in 1967. Has 2 career catches, 1 was a 15-yard touchdown against the Eagles in 1968. Switched to tackle in 1969, started 113 games between then and 1979. Selected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2006.
Billy Kilmer and Bill Stanfill - Super Bowl VII
More Classic Billy Kilmer - from Super Bowl VII against the Miami Dolphins. That looks like Dolphin Defensive End Bill Stanfill in the background.
Lyle Alzado Chasing Terry Bradshaw in 1979
Run Terry Run!! Lyle Alzado gives chase to Steelers quarterback Terry Bradshaw. In 1979 Alzado joined the Browns after 8 seasons in Denver. He stayed in Cleveland until 1981, earning an All Pro selection in 1980. Terry Bradshaw would led Pittsburgh to their second consecutive Super Bowl in 1979.
Marcus Allen over the top against the Rams Defense - 1980s NFL Football
Clash of the LA teams - Rams & Raiders in 1982. Marcus Allen goes up and over the score his second of three touchdowns on the day. The Raiders won 37-31.
Jack Youngblood, Rams - Norm Evans & Bob Griese Dolphins, Old School NFL
Dolphins lineman Norm Evans is having a bit of difficulty keeping Jack Youngblood off of quarterback Bob Griese in this 1970s-era NFL picture. "Unofficially" Youngblood has been credited with 151½ sacks in his 14-year NFL career.
George Blanda Passes to Charlie Tolar in the 1962 AFL Title Game
With Mel Branch and Jerry Mays close by, Oilers QB George Blanda flips the ball to running back Charlie Tolar. I think this is from the 1962 AFL Oilers/Texans Title game. The Texans would prevail after a Houston put on a 17-point second-half rally and win 20-17 after 2 quarters of Sudden Death Overtime.
Ron McDole and the Washington Redskins Defense Rushing John Brodie - 1970s NFL
49er quarterback John Brodie gets this one off just in time as Redskin defenders Manny Sistrunk, Ron McDole and Myron Pottios have a little meet-up with him in this early 1970s NFL image.
NFL great LC Greenwood and his Gold Shoes
Reportedly, L.C. Greenwood began wearing his famous gold shoes after an ankle injury required him to switch to high-top cleats. Greenwood thought black high-tops looked ugly, while white high-tops were already associated with Joe Namath. Steelers trainer Tony Parisi suggested painting the shoes gold instead. Greenwood agreed, and after Pittsburgh won while he wore them, the gold shoes eventually became his trademark.
Super Bowl X - Franco Harris & Gerry Mullins vs the Dallas Cowboys Defense
With Steelers veteran Gerry Mullins locked up with DD Lewis, Franco Harris bowls over Mel Renfro in Super Bowl X. Harris had 82 yards in the 21-17 Pittsburgh win.
An interesting stat I found for Gerry Mullins is, an offensive lineman, he scored 4 touchdowns in his career - a 3-yard against Cleveland in 1972, a 7-yarder against Cincinnati in 1974 and end zone fumble recoveries against the Chargers in 1975 and the Dolphins in the 1972 AFC Playoffs.
Tommy McDonald and Sonny Jurgensen on the Philadelphia Eagles Sideline
Two Old School NFL Hall of Famers - Flanker Tommy McDonald and quarterback Sonny Jurgensen. McDonald played 12 seasons in the NFL (7 in Philadelphia) and finished with 495 catches. Jurgensen played 18 seasons (7 as well with the Eagles), passed for 255 touchdowns and over 32,000 yards.
Frank Gifford and Jack Stroud - Old School New York Giants Legends
A couple of greats from New York Giant History. Frank Gifford gets some determined support from offensive lineman Jack Stroud. Gifford is a Hall of Famer while Stroud played 12 years - all in New York, 132 games and 3 Pro Bowls.
Mike Wagner & Jack Ham stop Mike Siani in the 1972 AFC Playoffs
Steelers defender Mike Wagner (with help from Jack Ham) breaks up a pass intended for Raider receiver Mike Siani in the open round of the 1972 AFC playoffs. The Steelers prevailed this time 33-14. Ham had an interception and Wagner, a fumble recovery.
1965 NFL - Earl Morrall Giants, Don Hultz Eagles
Earl Morrall helped spark a turnaround for the New York Giants in 1965, leading the club to a second place finish in the NFL Eastern Division with a 7 7 mark after several disappointing seasons. The veteran quarterback enjoyed one of the finest years of his career yet, establishing himself among the league’s most productive passers.
Morrall ranked among the NFL’s Top 10 quarterbacks across the board, finishing third in touchdown passes with 22 while placing fourth in yards per attempt at 8.1. He also ended the season fifth in both passing yards (2,446) and passer rating (86.3), giving the Giants a much needed boost on offense.
The Eagle here is Don Hultz. Hultz played 12 years in the league, 10 with Philadelphia.
John Henry Johnson vs John Baker - Rams & Steelers in 1961 NFL
Big John Baker and George Stugar close in on Steelers Hall of Famer John Henry Johnson in some Ram-Steelers from 1961.
Herb Adderley & Ben Davidson, 1961 Green Bay Packers Kick Return
Not only did Packer Hall of Famer Herb Adderley defend against passes, he returned kicks as well. Here he is returning a kick in 1961 with fellow rookie 6-foot 8-inch, 275 pound Ben Davidson at his side. Davidson was originally a 4th-round pick of the Giants out of Washington before he was traded to Green Bay where he spent 1961 as a back-up defensive tackle. Of course he ended up in Oakland a few years later where he would plague AFL quarterbacks (and running backs) for 8 seasons.
Bart Starr & Paul Hornung - 1960 Green Bay Packers Offense
The Green Bay Packers began the 1960s decade with a Western Conference Title and a trip to the NFL Title game against the Eagles.
Here quarterback Bart Starr turns to handoff to Paul Hornung. In 1960 Starr would be named to the Pro Bowl while Hornung would make the Pro Bowl and All Pro while setting a new NFL record of 176 points scored.
Chargers Ernie Ladd & Chuck Allen Stop Raider Clem Daniels in 1964 AFL Action
3 AFL All Stars from 1964 - The Raiders Clem Daniels is stopped by Chargers defenders Ernie Ladd and Chuck Allen. The Chargers in the background look like George Gross (#79), Bob Petrich (#85) & Emil Karas (#56).
Charley Harraway, Redskins Old School Runner
Charley Harraway was a solid running back for the Redskins from 1968 to 1973. Started 68 games, 719 carries for 2659 yards and 20 touchdowns.
Philadelphia Eagles Receiver Harold Jackson
Harold Jackson as an Eagle, early 1970s. In his 16-year NFL career he spent time with Los Angles, New England, Philadelphia and brief periods with Minnesota and Seattle.
Tim Rossovich - 1970s NFL Eagles Linebacker
Tim Rossovich - Wild Man of the Philadelphia Eagles Defense. Reportedly bit the caps off 100 beer bottles - what are some of the crazy stunts you've heard he did?
Jim Hart - St Louis Cardinals Quarterback #17
Jim Hart played 19 seasons - 18 of those in St. Louis, passing for 209 touchdowns and over 34,000 yards.
Bill Curry & Tom Matte - 1970 Baltimore Colts
An old Baltimore Colts action image of center Bill Curry and running back Tom Matte from 1970.
Baltimore Colts Linebacker Ted Hendricks
Linebacker Ted Hendricks as a Baltimore Colt.
A 2nd Round draft pick from Miami of Florida in 1969 he remained in Baltimore until 1973. Named to 3 Pro Bowls and 1 Pro Bowl team as a Colt.
Abner Haynes - Top AFL Running Back in 1962
The Texans Abner Haynes had the AFL's Most Touchdowns in 1962 - 13 rushing and 6 receiving. His 1049 Rushing Yards was second only to Buffalo's Cookie Gilchrist. If I had to guess, I'd say that's the Chargers Bud Whitehead moving up to stop him. Whitehead played 8 seasons in San Diego (1961-1968) starting 70 games.
Yale Lary in Pusuit of Billy Reynolds, Cleveland Browns in the 1953 NFL Championship Game
I think this might be from the 1953 NFL Title game between the Lions and Browns. Hall of Famer Yale Lary attempts to run down Billy Reynolds. Reynolds is one of only 5 Browns players to wear #46. The Browns organization retired the number in 1963 when Don Fleming, a defensive back that wore #46, died in an off-season accident on a construction site.
Henry Jordan and Lionel Aldridge Rushing Frank Ryan - Classic Packers & Browns
Browns quarterback Frank Ryan gets this one away as Packers Henry Jordan and Lionel Aldridge come through.
Gino Marchetti and Ordell Braase close in on Redskin quarterback MC Reynolds in 1960
Redskin QB MC Reynolds has few options as Colts Gino Marchetti and Ordell Braase close in, probably sometime in 1960.
Alan Ameche Scores in the 2nd Quarter of the 1958 NFL Championship Game
From the 1958 Colts-Giants 1958 Championship game. Alan Ameche scores his first of 2 touchdowns. He would later score again in overtime to give the Colts the win and the Title. Some great names from NFL History here - Jim Patton, Sam Huff, Emlen Tunnell, Buzz Nutter and Rosey Brown can all be seen.
Ordell Braase, Baltimore Colts Defensive Lineman 1957 to 1968
2-time Pro Bowler Ordell Braase played 12 seasons for the Baltimore Colts.
Jerry Kramer Leads Elijah Pitts - 1960s Era Packers Football
Packer running back Elijah Pitts gets some support from Hall of Famer Jerry Kramer in this classic Green Bay Packers photo from the 1960s era NFL.
Gale Sayers - Chicago Bears Hall Of Fame Runner
Fran Tarkenton Sacked By Gerry Philbin & Verlon Biggs | 1970s Jets-Giants NFL
The Jets Verlon Biggs and Gerry Philbin have a meet-up with Giants Quarterback Fran Tarkenton. This is supposedly from the first-ever Jets-Giants matchup that came during the Preseason of 1969. The result was a 37-20 Jets win.
Dick Modzelewski Stops Earl Gros - Old School NFL Photo
Earl Gros of the Eagles' progress comes to an abrupt end thanks to the efforts of Cleveland Brown defensive lineman Dick Modzelewski in this mid-1960s NFL photo.
Tommy McDonald - Vintage Eagles NFL
Tommy McDonald, Eagles Hall of Famer from the 1950s & 1960s NFL era in action around 1962. The defender here is said to be Steeler (and future Jet) Johnny Sample.
Charlie Joiner Chargers Receiver of the 1980s
Charlie Joiner, former Oiler & Bengal whose best days were starring for the San Diego Chargers in the Air Coryell era, finished his career as the NFL’s All-time leading receiver with 750 catches. That mark was set in 1986. Today, 40 years later, he stands at #38.
Ozzie Newsome - All Pro Tight End 1984 NFL
An All-Pro in 1984, Ozzie Newsome's 89 catches was second only to Art Monk's 106.
Classic 1960s Oakland Raider Ben Davidson
Big Ben Pounces! I bet there's a lot of old school quarterbacks that are glad their not holding on to that football! At 6 foot 8, 275 pounds Raider Ben Davidson terrorized opposing offenses of the AFL. Named AFL All-Star 3 times and All-League once.
The Steelers 1957 1st Round Draft Pick - Len Dawson
Len Dawson started his career with the Pittsburgh Steelers as a 1st round draft pick from Purdue in 1957. Stayed there 3 seasons with very limited playing time. From there he went to Cleveland for 2 seasons and finally ended up in Dallas with former Purdue-Assistant Hank Stram.
Roger Staubach and Calvin Hill - Classic 1970s Dallas Cowboys Football
Another nice shot of Roger Staubach handing off to running back Calvin Hill from the early 1970s era NFL.
Giants Runner Ron Johnson vs Chargers - Classic 1971 NFL
Ron Johnson gets yardage in the Giants 1971 35-17 win over the Chargers. A Pro Bowler in 1971, Johnson saw limited duty in 1971 due to an off season injury. He scored his sole touchdown of the season this game. Charger #43 is Safety Jim Tolbert who played 11 seasons between the NFL and AFL.
Terry Bradshaw, Steelers & Jack Youngblood, Rams - 1970s NFL
Ram Jack Youngblood gets around the block of Gordon Gravelle in route to Steeler Terry Bradshaw. We think this might be from the 1975 contest between Pittsburgh and Los Angeles. The Rams would come out on top this time 10-3. That looks like Fred Dryer sneaking up from behind.
Jim Langer Blocks for Bob Griese
A pair of Miami Dolphin Hall of Famers from the 1970s era NFL - Center Bob Langer and Quarterback Bob Griese. Both started for the 1972 Dolphins, still the only team in NFL History to go undefeated all the way to a Super Bowl victory.
Charley Taylor Leaping Catch - Old School NFL
A leaping grab by Redskins Hall of Famer Charley Taylor. We think this image is from the 1971 Week 5 game against the St. Louis Cardinals.
Norm Snead Eagles & Sam Huff Redskins - 1964 Classic NFL
1964 NFL - Former Giants Linebacker Sam Huff has joined the Washington Redskins where he'll make his 5th and final Pro Bowl of his 13-year NFL career. Here, Eagles quarterback Norm Snead takes to his heels with Huff getting a little too close.
Alan Page Rushing Bob Griese - Early 1970s NFL
Dolphin quarterback Bob Griese gets the pass away as Viking Hall of Famer Alan Page gets up in his space in this early 1970s NFL action. That looks like guard Bob Kuechenberg he's just slipped past.
Fred Williamson Intercepts a Pass Intended for Lance Alworth - 1962 AFL
1962 AFL - Chargers Rookie Lance Alworth isn't going to get this catch as All-League Raider Fred Williamson dives in to intercept the ball.
Chuck Bednarik - "Concrete Charlie" of the Philadelphia Eagles
Eagles Hall of Famer Chuck Bednarik - starred at linebacker and center from 1949 to 1962. 8 Pro Bowls and 6 All-Pro selections.
Lonnie Warwick Defending Against John Mackey of the Colts
Viking Middle Linebacker Lonnie Warwick deflects a pass intended for Colts Tight End John Mackey.
Floyd Little Takes Handoff from Marlin Briscoe - Denver Broncos 1968
Bronco runner Floyd Little takes a handoff from rookie quarterback Marlin Briscoe in 1968. Floyd Little was the team's top rusher with 584 yards while Briscoe, a 14th round pick from Omaha University started 5 games, winning 2 (the Broncos only won 5 games that season). By 1969 he would be in Buffalo as wide receiver. A position he would star at for 8 seasons.
Larry Brown - Redskin's Old School Running Back
The Redskins first 1000 yards rusher. Larry Brown led the NFL in 1970 with 1125 yards. Played his entire career in Washington with 5875 yards and a total of 55 touchdowns.
Jets Runner Emerson Boozer
Emerson Boozer was the New York Jets' All-Time leading rusher when he retirement in 1975 after 10 seasons in New York. He finished with 5,135 rushing yards. At present Boozer ranks third in Jets franchise history behind Curtis Martin and Freeman McNeil.
Tommy Nobis - Falcons 1960s NFL All Pro
Tommy Nobis from Texas. 11 seasons in Atlanta, 5 Pro Bowls and an All-Pro in 1967.
Mike Stratton Sacks Joe Namath – From a 1969 Sports Magazine Photo
From a 1969 Sports publication. Not sure why they chose this image - Joe Namath getting sacked by Mike Stratton - but it was the highlight image for the section previewing the Super Bowl III Champ Jets upcoming 1969 season. #52 is Jets center John Schmitt from Hofstra.
Bengals Rookie Paul Robinson vs Miami Dolphins 1968 AFL
Bengals Runner Paul Robinson was the AFL's top ground-gainer in 1968 with 1023 rushing yards and 8 TDs. Here he is against the Dolphins when he had 3 scores and 134 yards.
Pittsburgh Steelers Linebacker Andy Russell - Vintage NFL
Total of 12 seasons in Pittsburgh.Linebacker Andy Russell was Defensive MVP in 1968 & 1970 and Steelers Team MVP in 1971.
