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.
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 Coltsikings
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.
Old School New Orleans Saints - Kicker Tom Dempsey
Tom Dempsey had 11 seasons in the NFL. His first 2 were in New Orleans. Here he shows off that kicking form that set an NFL-record field goal in 1970. That's former Eagle Joe Scarpati holding.
Kenny Stabler Comes Face to Face with the Colts Mike Barnes
1970s era NFL - Kenny Stabler under a bit of pressure from the Colts Mike Barnes. In 1975 Stabler made his second Pro Bowl, leading his Raiders to the AFC Championship against the Steelers. Mike Barnes played his entire 9-year career in Baltimore. Unofficially credited with 44.5 sacks he was selected to the Pro Bowl in 1977.
Jim Kiick Behind Wayne Mass 1971 Miami Dolphins vs Baltimore Colts
Back-up tackle Wayne Mass gets in front of Dolphins runner Jim Kiick in this early 1970s action. That looks like Big Bubba Smith lurking in the background.
Houston Oilers Rookie Earl Campbell in 1978
Few players have burst onto the NFL scene like Earl Campbell did in 1978. His 1,450 rushing yards not only led the league but also set a rookie record at the time. He also topped the NFL with 13 rushing touchdowns. One interesting stat was in 54 short-yardage situations, Earl Campbell converted into a first down 37 times.
Chuck Foreman - Old School Vikings Runner
The top Viking runner 6 years in a row. Chuck foreman led Minnesota in rushing as rookie in 1973 and every year thereafter until 1978. Left after the 1979 season as the Franchise's All-Time Leading Rusher with 5887 yards and 52 touchdowns. Today he rank's #4 in Rushing Yards and #2 in Touchdowns.
Raiders Dave Casper Tight End
Raider Hall of Fame Tight End Dave Casper. A Notre Dame product, Casper was a 2nd round pick of Oakland in 1974. Played over 6 seasons there with 255 catches, 3294 yards, a 12.9 YPC and 35 touchdowns. Made 5 Pro Bowls and 4 All-Pro Teams.
Joe Greene Rushing Virgil Carter Early - 1970s NFL
Better Get Rid of the Ball Virge! Mean Joe Coming!!
Some early 1970s NFL with Mean Joe Greene aiming to take down Bengal quarterback Virgil Carter.
Mike Curtis Jerry Logan Stop Leroy Kelly - 1968 NFL Colts and Browns
Colts Mike Curtis and Jerry Logan put the stops on Browns runner Leroy Kelly. In the 1968 NFL Championship the Colts defense held Kelly to 28 rushing yards as they put a 34-0 whipping on the Browns to claim the NFL Title and advance to Super Bowl III.
Herb Adderley Cowboys and Paul Warfield Dolphins - Classic 1970s NFL
Herb Adderley spent the last 3 years of his 12-year NFL career in Dallas where he won a Super Bowl after the 1971 NFL season. Here he is in that Super Bowl moving in to stop Dolphin Paul Warfield. Warfield would win a couple of Super Bowls himself before he called it quits in 1977.
Rams Fearsome Foursome on Sideline
The legendary “Fearsome Foursome” of the Los Angeles Rams—Merlin Olsen, Deacon Jones, Rosie Grier, and Lamar Lundy—pause together on the sideline, a rare moment of calm for one of the most dominant defensive units in NFL history. During the late 1960s and early 1970s, this Rams front four redefined defensive line play, combining speed, strength, and relentless pressure to overwhelm opposing offenses.
Deacon Jones, widely credited with coining the term “sack,” terrorized quarterbacks off the edge, while Merlin Olsen anchored the interior with consistency and intelligence. Flanked by the powerful Rosie Grier and the versatile Lamar Lundy, the group formed a near-unstoppable force that became the identity of the Rams defense during their rise as perennial contenders.
More than just stars, the Fearsome Foursome helped shape the modern pass rush, setting a standard for defensive dominance that still echoes throughout the game today.
1980 NFL MVP Cleveland Browns Quarterback Brian Sipe
A toast to the fans from 1980 NFL MVP Quarterback Brian Sipe
Michael Irvin 1991 Dallas Cowboys
In 1991 Michael Irvin set an new Dallas Franchise Receiving Records with 93 catches and 1523 receiving yards. Named All-Pro and made his first Pro Bowl.
Randall Cunningham - Eagles Old School Quarterback
10 years in Philadelphia, Randal Cunningham was a 2nd-round draft pick in 1985 out of UNLV. Passed for 22,857 yards and 150 touchdowns as a Eagle. Here he is lined up behind center David Alexander who played 9 seasons for the Eagles himself.
Bill Munson Pitches to Dick Bass - 1965 LA Rams
Looks like Bill Munson as just faked a handoff to fullback Les Josephson before pitching to Dick Bass. In 1965 Bass was the top Rams runner with 549 rushing yards. Josephson was second with 225.
Bronco Lionel Taylor makes a Catch against Dave Grayson of the Raiders
Lionel Taylor, one of the AFL's top receivers makes a catch against Dave Grayson of the Raiders.
1980 NFL MVP Brian Sipe
After leading his Browns to post season for the first time in 8 years in 1980, QB Brian Sipe was named league MVP. Passed for over 4100 yards, 30 touchdowns and NFL-best 91.4 Passer Rating. Was named to one and only All-Pro Team.
Sonny Jurgensen - Old School NFL QB
Sonny Jurgensen led the NFL in passing yards five times during the 1960s and 1970s, finishing his career with over 32,000 yards at a time when the league was far more run-heavy than today.
Raiders Legend Fred Biletnikoff
Raiders Great Fred Biletnikoff. Retired in 1978 after 14 seasons with the Raiders as the franchise's All-Time Pass Receiving Leader with 589 catches, 8974 receiving yards and 76 Touchdown catches. Held that rank until 1997.
Kenny Stabler and John Madden on the Oakland Raiders Sidelines
Kenny Stabler and John Madden talking on the Raiders sideline during the early 1970s. Madden joined the Raiders in 1969 and never had a losing record in 10 years. Kenny Stabler was his quarterback for much of that time. Together they won a Super Bowl after the 1976 NFL season. That looks like running back Pete Banazak and Charlie Smith to the right.
Charlie Conerly & Frank Gifford - Early 1960s New York Giants
An early 1960s PR photo of Giants veterans Frank Gifford and Charlie Conerly. Conerly had been with the Giants since 1948. Originally drafted by Washington in 1945, the Redskins traded him to New York when he became eligible for the NFL play. Gifford joined the Giants in 1952 as a first-round pick after an All-American career at USC. Conerly remained with New York for 14 seasons, through 1961, while Gifford stayed for 12 seasons, retiring in 1964.
Jim Brown carries against Tom Scott and the Philadelphia Eagles - Old School NFL Photo
Late 1950s era NFL - The great Jim Brown carries against the Philadelphia Eagles defense - Defensive End Tom Scott is in the foreground.
Gene Lipscomb - Classic Baltimore Colts Defensive Tackle
Big Daddy! - Instead of college, he played on the Camp Pendleton football team during his military service as a Marine. Lasted 10 seasons (1953-1962) in the NFL with the Rams, Colts and Steelers.
YA Tittle, Late 1950s NFL San Francisco 49ers
YA Tittle - shown here as a 49er. Spent 10 seasons in San Francisco and still hold the franchise's #5 Passing Yards Mark (16016) and the #6 Completions (1226) and Passing Touchdowns (108).
Cowboy Bob Hayes Makes Catch vs Lenny Lyles, Baltimore Colts
Lenny Lyles manages to stop Cowboys rookie Bob Hayes but not before he makes the catch. In 1965 Hayes had 46 catches, 1003 yards and a league-high 12 Touchdown catches.
George Blanda, 1965 Houston Oilers Quarterback
In 1960, George Blanda joined the newly formed Houston Oilers as the American Football League took the field. The veteran signal-caller wasted no time making his mark, guiding the Oilers to AFL titles in each of the league’s first two seasons. He would remain a key figure in Houston through the 1966 campaign.
Alex Karras Wraps Up 49er Quarterback John Brodie
49er quarterback John Brodie gets a big hug from Lion defensive lineman Alex Karras. In his 12-year NFL career Karras is unofficially credited with 100 sacks.
Vintage Baltimore Colts - Johnny Unitas and Jim Parker
A cool photo of Baltimore Colts Hall of Famer Johnny Unitas lined up before the snap with Hall of Famer Jim Parker in the foreground.
Hank Stram Talking to Len Dawson - Classic Kansas City Chiefs Sideline Shot
By the time Len Dawson had joined Hank Stram in Dallas, he had been backup in the NFL for 5 seasons for the Browns and Steelers. His first year in the AFL, 1962, he led the Texans to an AFL Championship. Here he is with Hank Stram. Stram had been an assistant coach at Purdue when Dawson was there.
Steelers Great Andy Russell Painting
Andy Russell was a 16th round pick in 1963. He ended up playing a total of 12 seasons in Pittsburgh and was selected as Team Captain 10 seasons.
Houston Antwine - Boston Patriots Defensive Tackle of the 1960s
Houston Antwine played 11 seasons (1961–1971) with the Boston Patriots, appearing in 142 games. He was selected to six AFL All-Star Games and earned first-team All-AFL honors three times.
Mike Stratton of the Bills & Larry Csonka, Dolphins - 1968 AFL Classic Gameplay
Jim Kiick (#21) gets just enough of Bills Great Mike Stratton (#58) to give fullback Larry Csonka (#39) a bit of running room. A rookie in 1968, Csonka was second on the Dolphins in rushing with 540 yards. His 7 touchdowns (6 rushing, 1 receiving) was second as well. In 1968 Mike Stratton was selected to his 6th AFL All-Star Team.
The Cardinals Jim Hart - 1977 NFL Pro Bowl Quarterback
After passing for 2946 yards, 18 touchdowns and being credited with 4 game-winning drives in 1976 Jim Hart was selected to play in the 1977 Pro Bowl - the 3rd of 4 he had during his career. It was not one of his bettter performances as he completed only 6 of 17 passes for 53 yards and 5 interceptions. - His response, "Let's Forget the Game".
YA Tittle & Ernie Wheelwright, Classic New York Giants
New York Giants -probably 1964. Hall of Famer YA Tittle turns to handoff to Southern Illinois Rookie Ernie Wheelwright. Wheelwright played 7 seasons in the NFL - 2 in New York, 1 in Atlanta and 4 in New Orleans.
Billy Kilmer and Walt Rock - 1971 Washington Redskins Old School Photo
Redskin Billy Kilmer shows off his precision passing form in 1971. That's former 49er Walt Rock in the foreground. Rock, a Pro Bowler in 1965, played 11 seasons in the NFL - 5 in San Francisco and 6 in Washington.
Jim Katcavage, NY Giants & Chet Hanulak, Cleveland Browns - 1957 NFL
From the Opening Game of the 1957 NFL season - Jim Katcavage of the New York Giants and Chet Hanulak of the Cleveland Brown. The Browns would win this one 6-3 on game-winning Lou Groza field goal.
Walter Payton vs the San Francisco 49ers in Week 2 of the 1976 NFL Season
This image captures Walter Payton scoring a touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 2 of the 1976 season. Payton rushed for 148 yards in the game and finished the year second in the NFL with 311 carries for 1,390 yards and 13 touchdowns, averaging 4.6 yards per carry. This play shows his second touchdown of the day—a 7-yard scoring run.
Dallas Cowboys Hall of Famer Bob Lilly Early - 1970s NFL
The great Bob Lilly working against the St. Louis Cardinal, probably around 1971. Lilly started every game as a Cowboy for 14 seasons - 11 Pro bowls and 7 All-Pro 1st Team selections he is listed with the Pro Football Hall of Fame All-1960s and All-1970s decade team as well as NFL 100 All-Time Roster.
Joe Greene Fumble Recovery vs Eagles 1974 NFL
Mean Joe Greene recovers a fumble against the Eagles in 1974. All in all he had 16 fumbles recovered in his 13-year NFL career. That linebacker Andy Russell in the foreground.
Bobby Layne - 1953 NFL Championship Game
Bobby Layne, the Lions quarterback in the 1953 NFL Championship Game against the Browns. The Lions would win 17-16
Claude Humphrey - 1968 NFL Defensive Rookie Of The Year
The 1968 NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year, Falcon Claude Humphrey of Tennessee State had 11.5 sacks his first year in the league. Here he has Giant Tucker Fredrickson in his grasp.
Ron McDole 18-Yard Touchdown vs Oilers in 1971
Veteran Ron McDole is escorted into the endzone by Verlon Biggs as he scores on the Houston Oilers with an intercepted pass in 1971. In total McDole has 12 intercepted passes - the most ever for an NFL Defensive Lineman - in his 18-year Pro Football career. The Oilers here as #74 - Gene Ferguson and #77 - former Jet Sam Walton.
Old School NFL Rams - Lamar Lundy, Merlin Olsen, Rosey Grier & Deacon Jones
The "Fearsome Foursome" of the LA Rams - Lamar Lundy, Merlin Olsen, Rosey Grier & Deacon Jones. Together from 1963 to 1966. Jones and Olsen are in the Pro Football Hall of Fame
Steelers Mike Wagner, Jack Lambert & Jack Ham Take Down Browns Ball Carrier Cleo Miller
From the 34-14 Steelers win over Cleveland in 1978 - Steeler Greats put the stop on Cleveland Browns ball carrier Cleo Miller.
Sonny Jurgensen, Eagles Passing Against Bob Lilly and the Dallas Cowboys in 1961
In 1961, Sonny Jurgensen took over as the Eagles starting quarterback and set a new NFL Passing Records of 3723 Passing Yards and 32 Touchdown Passes. Here he is setting up to throw against Bob Lilly and the Dallas Cowboys defense - we think in 1961 - where Sonny threw for 351 yards and 5 touchdowns. Eagle #30 is fullback Theron Sapp.
Chargers Walt Sweeney & Doug Wilkerson Lead Block for Mike Garrett in 1971
His first full year in San Diego, Mike Garrett was the Chargers leading rusher in 1971 with 591 yards on the ground. He had a total of 7 touchdowns scored. Here is is behind the blocking of Doug Wilkerson and Walt Sweeney.
Saints Quarterback Legend Archie Manning in 1971
Considered one of the best quarterbacks for some of the worst teams in NFL history. New Orleans pinned their hopes on Ole Miss legend Archie Manning in 1971 but injuries and a lack of support seemed to always hold back his career - not just in New Orleans but in Houston and Minnesota as well. In an ironic twist he would father 2 future NFL quarterbacks that would play a total of 31 years and win 4 Super Bowls.
Ron Johnson carries against Jack Gregory and the Cleveland Browns - Early 1970s NFL
Ron Johnson, former Brown turned 1000-yard rusher for the Giants carries against his former team during the early 1970s. This may be from a preseason game. That's Pro Bowler defensive end Jack Gregory who would join Johnson in New York in 1972.
Doug Williams - Redskins Super Bowl Winning Quarterback
After spending the 1983–1985 seasons in the USFL, Doug Williams returned to the NFL as a backup in Washington. By 1987, he had claimed the starting job and led the Redskins to a victory in Super Bowl XXII. Williams was named Super Bowl MVP after throwing for 340 yards and four touchdowns in a commanding 42–10 rout of the Denver Broncos.
St Louis Cardinals Old School Running Back MacArthur Lane
MacArthur Lane started his NFL career as the Cardinals 1st Round Draft from Utah State pick in 1968. Stayed there 4 seasons with his best year coming in 1970. That year he made the Pro Bowl, rushing for 977 yards and a league-high 11 touchdowns.
Giants Quarterback Fran Tarkenton scrambles against the Cowboys
Fran Tarkenton spent 5 seasons in New York leading them to 33 wins in that time. 1970 was the best with a 9-5 record. Here he breaks into the open field against the Cowboys. Giants offensive lineman Willie Young (#69) and Darrell Dess (#62) watch while Cowboys George Andrie (#66), Willie Townes (#71) and Bob Lilly (#74) give chase.
Raymond Berry and Lenny Moore - Old School Baltimore Colt Legends
2 of the greats from the Old School NFL of the 1950s and early 1960s - Baltimore Colts legends Raymond Berry and Lenny Moore. Both are enshrined in the Pro Football Players Hall of Fame.
Willie Wood Super Bowl I Interception - Old School Football
Packer Hall of Famer Willie Wood picks off a Kansas City Chiefs pass intended for Tight End Fred Arbanas in Super bowl I. The pick came early in the 3rd quarter and was returned to the Chiefs 5-yard line. Elijah Pitts scored on the next play to give the Pack a commanding 21-10 lead.
Rookie Terry Bradshaw Under Pressure From Elvin Bethea of the Houston Oilers in 1970 NFL
Not many Hall of Fame Quarterbacks had as rough a start to their careers as Steelers 1st-round pick Terry Bradshaw. Taken #1 overall all in 1970, Bradshaw completed only 38% of his 218 passes and threw 6 touchdowns to a league high 24 interceptions. Here he is with Oiler Elvin Bethea applying some heat - the other Steeler is tackle Mike Haggerty of Miami.
A Merv Corning Portrait of Bobby Layne
Though he was in Detroit for 8 full seasons leading the Lions to 2 NFL titles, artist Merv Corning chose to depict the Charismatic Bad-Boy as a Pittsburgh Steeler, with whom he spent the last 5 of his 15-year career with. Corning said of this work, "I know he always was one of the boys, I wanted to bring that broken-curfew look to his face.”
Leroy Kelly, with Blocking from Gene Hickerson, Goes Outside against Dave Wilcox and the San Francisco 49ers
The NFL's top runner in 1968, Leroy Kelly, gets some support from All-Pro Guard Gene Hickerson against Hall of Fame linebacker Dave Wilcox and the San Francisco 49er defense. Kelly had a league-high 1239 rushing yards and 16 rushing TDs in 1968. Wicox, an 11-year vet with the 49ers - had 7 Pro Bowls and 2 1st-team All Pro selections.
Mike Curtis Stops Ram Dick Bass
Mike Curtis - the Colts outstanding linebacker of the late 60s and early 70s - put one of his hard-hitting tackles on Rams runner Dick Bass
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.
