The Great Bobby Layne is chased down by the Giants Jim Patton and Sam Huff.
In week 2 of the 1958 season the Lions sent Detroit fan favorite Bobby Layne to the Steelers for Earl Morrall and 2 future draft picks.
Hall of Famer Bobby Layne in his twilight years with Pittsburgh, circa 1961. After the Lions traded him for Earl Morrall and two draft picks—one yielding future star Roger Brown—Layne revolutionized the struggling Steelers franchise. His 27 victories during his five-season Pittsburgh tenure set a franchise quarterback record that stood for years.
Bobby Layne looks like he's pointing out something important to Lions team mate Lou Creekmire in this 1950s era photo. Both men are in the Professional Football Players Hall of Fame.
Steelers veteran quarterback Bobby Layne is swarmed by the Cardinals defense here. Not sure when this picture was but we can assume it's from sometime during the early 1960s. Other Steelers are #62 - guard Mike Sandusky and #35 - John Henry Johnson.
The great Bobby Layne as the Pittsburgh Steelers offensive leader during the early 1960s against the Cowboys. #42 - the Steeler in the backfield looks like Dick Hoak. The Cowboys are #54 - Chuck Howley and #66 George Andrie.
Bears Veteran Sid Luckman poses with his 2 backups - Johnny Lujack and rookie Bobby Layne in 1948. By 1948 Luckman was in his 10th NFL season and had 6 All Pro Years, 3 All Star Games and 4 NFL Championships.
Steeler quarterback Bobby Layne (#22) comes under some heat from Giants lineman Andy Robustelli.
Detroit Lions great Doak Walker powers through the line with QB Bobby Layne (#22) looking on from the backfield. Take note of the white football the NFL used during night games in the 1950s.
The quarterback's quarterback. Bobby Layne was the perfect example of the fast-living NFL player. Reportedly played with little more than a helmet and shoulder pads. Played from 1948 to 1962 winning 2 Championships with the Lions in 1952 & 1953.
Old school NFL - Late 1950s. Giants linebacker Sam Huff (#70) charges hard as Steelers quarterback Bobby Layne (#22) tires to get the pass off.
Dealt to the Steelers in 1958 he played 4 full seasons plus 10 games in Pittsburgh. Still ranks as #6 in Steelers franchise All Time Passing Touchdowns (66) and #5 in All Time Passing Yards (9030).
NFL legend Bobby Layne, formerly of the Detroit Lions but now playing with Pittsburgh gets set to fire a pass against the Cleveland Browns defense in 1960. Also pictured are Steelers Dan James (#55) and John Henry Johnson (#35). For the Browns is Galen Fiss (#35).
6-time Pro Bowler won 3 NFL Championships with the Detroit Lions.
Before they were winning championships at Detroit Hall of Famers Doak Walker (#42) and Bobby Layne (#22) were teammates at Parkland High of Dallas Texas.
Surrounded by Rams, Lions quarterback Bobby Layne keeps the ball for an 11-yard gain during an October 1957 game against Los Angeles.
The famous NFL Quarterback as a Steeler in 1958.
Bobby Layne sets up tp pass in the 1953 Championship game against Cleveland
6 Time Pro Bowler and Hall of Fame Quarterback
15-Year Hall of Fame Veteran quarterback. Played the majority of his time with the Detroit Lions and Pittsburgh Steelers. Led the Lions to 3 NFL Championships during the decade of the 1950s.
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15-Year Hall of Fame Veteran quarterback. Played the majority of his time with the Detroit Lions and Pittsburgh Steelers. Led the Lions to 3 NFL Championships during the decade of the 1950s.
15-Year Hall of Fame Veteran quarterback. Played the majority of his time with the Detroit Lions and Pittsburgh Steelers. Led the Lions to 3 NFL Championships during the decade of the 1950s.
15-Year Hall of Fame Veteran quarterback. Played the majority of his time with the Detroit Lions and Pittsburgh Steelers. Led the Lions to 3 NFL Championships during the decade of the 1950s.
15-Year Hall of Fame Veteran quarterback. Played the majority of his time with the Detroit Lions and Pittsburgh Steelers. Led the Lions to 3 NFL Championships during the decade of the 1950s.
15-Year Hall of Fame Veteran quarterback. Played the majority of his time with the Detroit Lions and Pittsburgh Steelers. Led the Lions to 3 NFL Championships during the decade of the 1950s.
15-Year Hall of Fame Veteran quarterback. Played the majority of his time with the Detroit Lions and Pittsburgh Steelers. Led the Lions to 3 NFL Championships during the decade of the 1950s.
15-Year Hall of Fame Veteran quarterback. Played the majority of his time with the Detroit Lions and Pittsburgh Steelers. Led the Lions to 3 NFL Championships during the decade of the 1950s.
15-Year Hall of Fame Veteran quarterback. Played the majority of his time with the Detroit Lions and Pittsburgh Steelers. Led the Lions to 3 NFL Championships during the decade of the 1950s.
15-Year Hall of Fame Veteran quarterback. Played the majority of his time with the Detroit Lions and Pittsburgh Steelers. Led the Lions to 3 NFL Championships during the decade of the 1950s.
15-Year Hall of Fame Veteran quarterback. Played the majority of his time with the Detroit Lions and Pittsburgh Steelers. Led the Lions to 3 NFL Championships during the decade of the 1950s.
15-Year Hall of Fame Veteran quarterback. Played the majority of his time with the Detroit Lions and Pittsburgh Steelers. Led the Lions to 3 NFL Championships during the decade of the 1950s.
15-Year Hall of Fame Veteran quarterback. Played the majority of his time with the Detroit Lions and Pittsburgh Steelers. Led the Lions to 3 NFL Championships during the decade of the 1950s.
15-Year Hall of Fame Veteran quarterback. Played the majority of his time with the Detroit Lions and Pittsburgh Steelers. Led the Lions to 3 NFL Championships during the decade of the 1950s.
15-Year Hall of Fame Veteran quarterback. Played the majority of his time with the Detroit Lions and Pittsburgh Steelers. Led the Lions to 3 NFL Championships during the decade of the 1950s.
15-Year Hall of Fame Veteran quarterback. Played the majority of his time with the Detroit Lions and Pittsburgh Steelers. Led the Lions to 3 NFL Championships during the decade of the 1950s.
15-Year Hall of Fame Veteran quarterback. Played the majority of his time with the Detroit Lions and Pittsburgh Steelers. Led the Lions to 3 NFL Championships during the decade of the 1950s.
15-Year Hall of Fame Veteran quarterback. Played the majority of his time with the Detroit Lions and Pittsburgh Steelers. Led the Lions to 3 NFL Championships during the decade of the 1950s.
15-Year Hall of Fame Veteran quarterback. Played the majority of his time with the Detroit Lions and Pittsburgh Steelers. Led the Lions to 3 NFL Championships during the decade of the 1950s.
15-Year Hall of Fame Veteran quarterback. Played the majority of his time with the Detroit Lions and Pittsburgh Steelers. Led the Lions to 3 NFL Championships during the decade of the 1950s.
15-Year Hall of Fame Veteran quarterback. Played the majority of his time with the Detroit Lions and Pittsburgh Steelers. Led the Lions to 3 NFL Championships during the decade of the 1950s.
Giants Hall of Fame middle linebacker Sam Huff (#70) puts the heat on Steelers quarterback Bobby Layne (#22).
Wasn’t he the guy who said about the money he made playing football ‘I spent it on cheap booze and fast women, the rest I just wasted’
What a shame! No mention of “Night Train Layne” at University of Texas.