Some classic old-school NFL action from 1958 as Pittsburgh Steelers Hall of Fame quarterback Bobby Layne burrows his way through a mass of New York Giants defenders for a short gain. The image is packed with recognizable names from NFL history, including Andy Livingston (#89), Dick Modzelewski (#77), Hall of Famer Andy Robustelli (#81), and former Los Angeles Rams star Tank Younger, who spent the final season of his 10-year NFL career with Pittsburgh.
A late 1950s image of Steelers quarterback Bobby Layne after the Detroit Lions had traded him during the 1958 season. He stayed with Pittsburgh until 1962.
Bobby Layne, the Lions quarterback in the 1953 NFL Championship Game against the Browns. The Lions would win 17-16
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.”
It's been almost 70 years since he played, but Lions Legend Bobby Layne still ranks among the Detroit Lions franchise All-Time Top quarterbacks. - 1074 Completions (#3), 15710 Passing yards (#3), 118 TD Passes (#3) and 53 wins (#2),
Vintage 1960s NFL action photo showing Steelers running back Tom Tracy being stopped by Giants legends Sam Huff and Jim Catcavage, with Bobby Layne visible in the background.
Steelers QB Bobby Layne handing off the veteran runner Tom Tracy, probably around 1961. By this time Layne was nearing the end of his colorful 15-year career and had actually tied the great Sam Baugh for the All-Time Touchdown Passes lead. He ended his career the next year surpassing Baugh with a total of 196 TDs, but so do YA Tittle.
That's Giant great Jim Katcavage coming in the behind.
Bobby Layne breaks through and scores against the Cleveland Browns in the 1952 NFL Title game. The Lions would go on the win 17-7 and take the crown. The Browns seen here are Bert Rechichar (#15), Walt Michaels (#34), Tommy Thompson (#54) and Derrell Palmer (#72).
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.
Former Lion turned Steeler. The great Bobby Layne in action with Pittsburgh.
Before they were winning championships at Detroit Hall of Famers Doak Walker (#42) and Bobby Layne (#22) were teammates at Highland Park 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. Layne and the Lions won this one 17-16 as Layne connected with Jim Doran on a 33-yard strike with less than 3 minutes to play. That looks like Browns Hall of Famer Bill Willis in pursuit.
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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.
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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.