Jets and Redskins - probably 1972. The Washington defense scored twice and Billy Kilmer threw 3 touchdowns in a 35-17 win at Shea Stadium. Here is Kilmer with Jet lineman Gerry Philbin within close proximity.
Billy Kilmer and Gerry Philbin, Redskins & Jets, 1972 NFL
Billy Kilmer, Redskins Quarterback
And just what could Mr. Kilmer be in such deep thought about? let me know what you think in the comments.
Billy Kilmer Saints Quarterback
Quarterback Billy Kilmer and Head Coach Tom Fears of the New Orleans Saints. Both joined the expansion Saints in 1967 and by the start of the 1971 season both were gone.
Billy Kilmer and Tom Fears of the New Orleans Saints
Redskins quarterback Billy Kilmer scan the field looking for an open receiver.
Billy Kilmer, Redskins QB
The Saint's starting quarterback of 1968 - Billy Kilmer.
Billy Kilmer, 1968 New Orleans Saints Quarterback
Redskins quarterback Billy Kilmer gets a stare down from Eagles middle linebacker Bill Bergey.
Bill Bergey Eagles and Billy Kilmer Redskins in 1978
Billy Kilmer seems to have very limited options in this situation as Cowboys All Pro Defensive End Harvey Martin swoops down upon him. In 1977 Martin had the league's most sacks with 20.
Harvey Martin swoops down on Billy Kilmer in 1977 Cowboys-Redskins game
New Orleans Saints quarterback Billy Kilmer - played just 4 seasons in New Orleans but still ranks #6 on the Saints All Time Touchdown Passes list with 47.
Billy Kilmer, New Orleans
And what could Billy Kilmer be so excited about in the conversation with Redskins Head Coach George Allen?
Billy Kilmer and George Allen in the Redskins Locker Room in 1974
Redskins Billy Kilmer in Super Bowl VII.
Billy Kilmer, Washington Redskins - 1972 NFL
Before he was quarterbacking the Saints or Redskins, Billy Kilmer was a Tailback in 49er coach Red Hickey's shotgun offense. Here he carries against Green Bay and who appears to be linebacker Dan Currie.
Billy Kilmer as a 49er against Green Bay
Larry Brown gives excellent blocking against the 49ers Skip Vanderbundt while Redskins QB Billy Kilmer lets it fly - no doubt a picture perfect pass.
Billy Kilmer Passing while Larry Brown Blocks against San Francisco in 1971
A chin-strapless Billy Kilmer lets it go in 1971. The other Redskin here looks like running back Charlie Harraway.
Billy Kilmer, 1971 Washington Redskins
Redskins QB Billy Kilmer (chinstrap not included) - wobbly passes notwithstanding, led the league in touchdown passes and was #2 in passer rating in 1972.
Billy Kilmer, 1972 Washington Redskins with No Chin Strap
Redskins QB Billy Kilmer played 8 seasons in Washington. The lineman behind him is probably #60, guard John Wilbur.
Billy Kilmer, Redskins Quarterback 1971-1978
Redskins QB Billy Kilmer throws a bit off balance thanks to pressure from Dolphins defender Vern Den Herder. In Super Bowl VII the Miami defense kept heat on Kilmer all day forcing 3 interceptions and sacking him twice. The Dolphins came out on top 14-7 and finished the 1972 NFL with a total of 17 wins and no losses.
Vern Den Herder of the Dolphins rushing Billy Kilmer in Super Bowl VII
From the record setting 1969 Saints-Cardinals game where both teams threw 6 touchdown passes each. Here Saints QB Billy Kilmer (#17) gets set to launch one over the on-coming rush of Cardinals lineman Chuck Walker (#79).
Billy Kilmer passes over Chuck Walker - 1969 Saints vs Cardinals
Kansas City Chiefs defenders Willie Lanier (#63) and Curley Culp (#61) bring down Redskins QB Billy Kilmer in 1971.
Willie Lanier and Curley Culp sack Billy Kilmer in 1971
Classic Billy Kilmer with no chin strap. This image is from 1969 game between the Saints and Cardinals when he and Cardinal's QB Charley Johnson each threw 6 touchdown passes to set an NFL record of 12 touchdown passes in a game.
Billy Kilmer of the New Orleans Saints with no chin strap in 1969
On the San Francisco 49er sideline during the early 1960s - Head coach Red Hickey between 2 of his tailbacks Bob Waters (#11) and Billy Kilmer (#17).
Billy Kilmer, Bob Waters and Red Hickey of the San Francisco 49ers
Billy Kilmer with Saints Head Coach Tom Fears on the Saints Sidelines
Redskins quarterback Billy Kilmer (#17) barely gets the ball away in time before being mauled by Dallas Cowboys Harvey Martin (#79) and Jethro Pugh (#75)
Billy Kilmer is almost sacked by Harvey Martin and Jethro Pugh of the Dallas defense
Newly acquired from the New Orleans Saints, QB Billy Kilmer directs the Washington Redskin offense against the San Francisco defense as longtime lineman Charlie Krueger (#70) fights fights to get into the backfield. Also pictured for the redskins are center Len Hauss (#56), guard John Wilbur (#60) and fullback Charlie Harraway (#31).
Kilmer was thrust into the starting role when Sonny Jurgensen went down with an injury early in the season. He is credited with 8 victories in 1971.
Billy Kilmer, 1971 Washington Redskins & Charlie Krueger of the 49ers
In 1974 he led the Redskins to 7 victories and a wildcard playoff appearance.
Billy Kilmer on the Cover of the November 17, 1974 Issue of Pro Magazine
49er halfback Billy Kilmer hauls down a pass against the Vikings in 1962.
Billy Kilmer 1962 San Francisco 49ers
Head Coach George Allen makes his thoughts known to newly acquired Redskins quarterback Billy Kilmer in 1971.
George Allen Talking to Billy Kilmer - 1971 Washington Redskins
Billy Kilmer in 1967 | New Orleans Saints vs the Dallas Cowboys
Redskins Quarterbacks Billy Kilmer and Sonny Jurgensen with Pro Bowl center Len Hauss
Billy Kilmer, Sonny Jurgensen and Len Hauss of the Washington Redskins
Old Furnace Face. Joined Washington in 1971 and became the Redskins starting quarterback when Sonny Jurgensen injured his shoulder. Kilmer led the Redskins to a 5-0 record.
Billy Kilmer Quarterback Washington Redskins
From the New Orleans Saints first ever NFL Game played at Tulane Stadium in 1967. Rams Hall of Fame defensive lineman Merlin Olsen breaks through the Saints line to harass the Saints quarterback.
Billy Kilmer Gets Pressure from Merlin Olsen | Saints-Rams 1967
16-year NFL veteran quarterback led the Washington Redskins to a Super Bowl appearance in 1972.
Billy Kilmer
16-year NFL veteran quarterback led the Washington Redskins to a Super Bowl appearance in 1972.
Billy Kilmer
16-year NFL veteran quarterback led the Washington Redskins to a Super Bowl appearance in 1972.
Billy Kilmer
From the 1969 preseason contest against the Houston Oilers. The New Orleans Saints Quarterback is sporting the infamous "Black Helmets" that were never sanctioned as official NFL gear.
Saints in Black Helmets | Billy Kilmer in 1969
Image from a New Orleans Saints game program from 1969. Kilmer played 4 years for the Saints. He passed for 7490 yards and 47 touchdowns.
Billy Kilmer | Saints Quarterback
The original New Orleans Saints Quarterback. Played from 1967-1971 and is currently #6 on the Saints All-Time Career Touchdowns and Passing Yardage Lists.
Billy Kilmer NO Saints 1967-1971
The New Orleans Saints Leader of the early years, an emotionally competitive player. Here, the frustration of those first years of the New Orleans Saints are painfully evident by his facial expressions.
Billy Kilmer 1969 New Orleans Saints NFL Quarterback
Setting up to throw a pass in a 21-17 loss to the Dallas Cowboys on September 28, 1969 at Tulane Stadium in New Orleans, Louisiana.
1969 New Orleans Saints and Dallas Cowboys Billy Kilmer
Recently traded from the Saints, he quickly established himself the Redskins starter in 1971 after incumbent starter, Sonny Jurgensen went down with an injury. Kilmer remained the starter for the next several seasons leading the Skins to a Super Bowl against the Dolphins in 1972.
billy-kilmer-1971-washington-redskins
16-year veteran quarterback for the 49ers, Saints and Redskins. Played freom 1961 to 1978. Led the Redskins to a Super Bowl in 1972.
Billy Kilmer NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
16-year veteran quarterback for the 49ers, Saints and Redskins. Played freom 1961 to 1978. Led the Redskins to a Super Bowl in 1972.
Saints QB 1960s Billy Kilmer
16-year veteran quarterback for the 49ers, Saints and Redskins. Played freom 1961 to 1978. Led the Redskins to a Super Bowl in 1972.
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
16-year veteran quarterback for the 49ers, Saints and Redskins. Played freom 1961 to 1978. Led the Redskins to a Super Bowl in 1972.
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
16-year veteran quarterback for the 49ers, Saints and Redskins. Played freom 1961 to 1978. Led the Redskins to a Super Bowl in 1972.
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
16-year veteran quarterback for the 49ers, Saints and Redskins. Played freom 1961 to 1978. Led the Redskins to a Super Bowl in 1972.
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
16-year veteran quarterback for the 49ers, Saints and Redskins. Played freom 1961 to 1978. Led the Redskins to a Super Bowl in 1972.
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
As a young San Fransisco 49er carrying against the Detroit Lions. His career was very nearly ended after an automobile accident inn 1962.
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
16-year veteran quarterback for the 49ers, Saints and Redskins. Played freom 1961 to 1978. Led the Redskins to a Super Bowl in 1972.
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
16-year veteran quarterback for the 49ers, Saints and Redskins. Played freom 1961 to 1978. Led the Redskins to a Super Bowl in 1972.
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
16-year veteran quarterback for the 49ers, Saints and Redskins. Played freom 1961 to 1978. Led the Redskins to a Super Bowl in 1972.
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
16-year veteran quarterback for the 49ers, Saints and Redskins. Played freom 1961 to 1978. Led the Redskins to a Super Bowl in 1972.
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
Billy Kilmer, NFL Quarterback 1961-1978
Redskin Quarterbacks Billy Kilmer and Sonny Jurgensen
Very nice pictures – he was savvy