Bubba Smith 1973 Baltimore Colts Topps Football Trading Card #155
1973 Topps - while his card states he was in Baltimore he was traded to Oakland before the start of the season for tight end Raymond Chester. Played 12 games for the Raiders that season and had 4 sacks.
Norm Bulaich
Runningback Norm Bulaich started with the Baltimore Colts as a rookie in 1971 and stayed with them until 1972
Verlon Biggs rushing Johnny Unitas | Jets & Colts, Super Bowl III
A hurting Jonny Unitas (#19) comes off the bench in Super Bowl III to an effort to turn the tide against the Jets. Defensive End Verlon Biggs (#86) applies pressure. Other players noted above are Bill Curry (#50), Paul Rochester (Jets, #72), Jerry Hill (#45) and Bob Vogel (Colts, #72).
Mike Garrett, Chiefs pursued by Mike Curtis of the Colts in 1970
With Colt defenders all around, Chiefs runner Mike Garrett carries in 1970. #32 is Colt great Mike Curtis and the Colt directly behind Garrett could be tackle Bubba Smith. The Chiefs won this one 44-24. It was 1 of Baltimore's only 2 losses on the year.
Jim Parker
Johnny Unitas hands off to Mark Smolenski Baltimore Colts 1961
1961 Baltimore Colts - Johnny Unitas turns to give the ball to rookie fullback Mark Smolenski from Wyoming. A back-up, Smolenski played with the Colts until 1962. In 1963 he joined the Jets and stayed with them through 1968.
Alan Ameche Carries in the 1958 Title Game Against Giants
Colts fullback Alan Ameche (#35) bulls ahead as the Giants defense closes in. In the 1958 NFL Championship game Ameche scored 2 touchdowns - the last was the 1-yard game winning dive that won it for the Colts in overtime. Also seen in the picture are Colt Hall of Famer Jim Parker (#77) and Giants Carl Karilivacz (#21), Dick Modzelewski (#77) & Harland Svare (#84)
Bert Jones
Graduate of LSU. Spent 9-years with the Baltimore Colts passingfor over 18,000 yards and 124 touchdowns.
Bill Brooks
Johnny Unitas
Ranked No. 5 in 1999 on The Sporting News list of the 100 Greatest Football Players. Only Joe Montana ranked higher among quarterbacks.
Chris Chandler
Old School Colts Offense - Jerry Hill, Johnny Unitas and Jim Parker
The Baltimore Colts Offense of the Early 60s. #45 Jerry Hill, #19 John Unitas & #77 Jim Parker. Both Unitas and Parker are in the Hall of Fame.
Baltimore Colts Legend Lenny Moore
Hall of Fame Colts runningback Lenny Moore - after almost 60 years he still ranks #5 in Colts All-Time Career Rushing Yards with 5174 yards on the ground.
Bert Jones
Graduate of LSU. Spent 9-years with the Baltimore Colts passingfor over 18,000 yards and 124 touchdowns.
Lenny Moore
Rushed for 5174 yards during his 12 year career.
Bert Jones
Graduate of LSU. Spent 9-years with the Baltimore Colts passingfor over 18,000 yards and 124 touchdowns.
RC Owens
After a very successful 5 seasons with the 49ers he joined the Baltimore Colts after he became a free agent in 1962.
Baltimore Colts Quarterback Bert Jones
Played a total of 102 games for the Colts from 1973 to 1981. Made the All-Pro team in 1976 when he led the NFL with 3104 passing yards.
Lenny Moore of Colts and Tom Vaughn of the Lions
The Colts Lenny Moore (#24) works to break the grasp of Lions defender Tom Vaughan (#48). As of the 2022 season Moore still ranks as the #2 All Time leading touchdown scorer in Lions franchise history with 113.
Myron Pottios intercepts Johnny Unitas of the Colts in 1969
Rams linebacker Myron Pottios (#66) returns an interception of Johnny Unitas (#19) in the 1969 season opener between the Colts and Rams. The Rams won 27-20. The diving Colt in the center is Preston Pearson (#26).
Tom Matte 58-yard run in Super Bowl III vs the Jets
One of the few bright moments of the Colts in Super Bowl III. Running Back Tom Matte breaks into the open field on a 58-yard gallop to the Jets 16 in the 2nd quarter. Unfortunately, 2 plays later Earl Morrall threw a interception to Johnny Sample in New York's endzone.
Bert Jones
Graduate of LSU. Spent 9-years with the Baltimore Colts passingfor over 18,000 yards and 124 touchdowns.
Johnny Unitas blocking Dave Whitsell
Colts quarterback Johnny Unitas (#19) squares up on Bears safety Dave Whitsell (#23). Also identifiable in this picture from 1964 are Bears lineman Stan Jones (#78) and Doug Atkins (#81). Colts center Dick Szymanski (#52) can be seen as well.
Earl Morrall and Terry Cole in 1969 Colts vs 49ers
Colts back-up Earl Morrall (#15) gets a block from fullback Terry Cole (#34) as 49er lineman Bill Belk (#72) and Stan Hindman (#80) force the issue. The final outcome of the 1969 contest was a 20-17 49ers win.
Jim Hart of the Cardinals is rushed by Fred Miller of the Colts in 1968
Colts defensive lineman Fred Miller (#76) is held off by Cardinals lineman Rick Sortun (#66) as Jim Hart (#17) delivers from the pocket. Also pictured is St. Louis guard Irv Goode (#55).
Joe Scibelli leads blocking for Les Josephson
Taking a handoff from quarterback Roman Gabriel (#18) Les Josephson (#34) gets behind the blocking of Joe Scibelli (#71) as Colts linebacker Ted Hendricks (#83) is in hot pursuit.
Tom Matte Plays Quarterback in the 1965 Colts-Packers Playoff Game
Filling in for injured quarterbacks Johnny Unitas and Gary Cuozzo, the Colts feature runner Tom Matte, runs the Colts offense during the 1965 NFL Playoffs.
Norm Bulaich
Runningback Norm Bulaich started with the Baltimore Colts as a rookie in 1971 and stayed with them until 1972
Bubba Smith gets to Bills Quarterback Dennis Shaw
Merlin Olsen & Deacon Jones take down Johnny Unitas
With half of the Rams Fearsome Foursome (Merlin Olsen (#74) & Deacon Jones (#75)) descending upon him Johnny Unitas has no where else to go but down to the turf.
Johnny Unitas
Probably one of - if not the - best know quarterback from the Golden Age of Football. Played 18 years in the NFL and was selected to 10 Pro Bowls. Led the Colts to a 16-13 win over the Cowboys in Super Bowl V.
Deacon Jones with Rosey Grier Tackle Tony Lorick
Rams Hall of Fame Defenders from the mid-1960s, Deacon Jones and Rosey Grier combine to stop Colts runner Tony Lorick.
Lenny Moore scores with John Mackey blocking in 1964 - Colts NFL
Lenny Moore hits paydirt aided by end John Mackey's (#88) block. The mighty Colts halfback led the league with 16 rushing touchdowns and 1 receiving in 1964. #52 to the right is long-time Colt's center Dick Szymanski.
Colts Fullback Alan Ameche
Bert Jones
Graduate of LSU. Spent 9-years with the Baltimore Colts passingfor over 18,000 yards and 124 touchdowns.
Chris Hanburger Blitzing Bert Jones
The Washington Redskins defense led by a blitzing Chris Hanburger (#55) swarms Baltimore quarterback Bert Jones.
Andre Tippett Puts Pressure on Colts QB Jeff George
Colts quarterback Jeff George (#11) gets rid of the ball as Tippett sits between him and Colts runner Albert Bentley (#20).
Colts QB Jim Harbaugh & the Chiefs Derrick Thomas
Tom Matte 1965 Baltimore Colts
Preston Pearson Baltimore Colts
A 12th-round draft pick out of University of Illinois he played 7 games a rookie primarily as a Special Teams player. By 1968 he was playing runingback and returning kicks. His 35.1 average for returning kicks was best in the league that year. He also had the longest return of the year (a 102 yards TD Return against Detroit). Remained a Colt through the 1969 season.
Picture of Bert Jones
Graduate of LSU. Spent 9-years with the Baltimore Colts passingfor over 18,000 yards and 124 touchdowns.
Johnny Unitas
Probably one of - if not the - best know quarterback from the Golden Age of Football. Played 18 years in the NFL and was selected to 10 Pro Bowls. Led the Colts to a 16-13 win over the Cowboys in Super Bowl V.
Baltimore Colts QB Johnny Unitas
Quarterback of the Baltimore Colts from 1956 to 1973
Johnny Unitas Baltimore Colt Great
Alan Ameche as a rookie with the Baltimore Colts in 1955
The NFL's leading rusher in 1955, Colts rookie Alan Ameche.
Johnny Unitas
Probably one of - if not the - best know quarterback from the Golden Age of Football. Played 18 years in the NFL and was selected to 10 Pro Bowls. Led the Colts to a 16-13 win over the Cowboys in Super Bowl V.
Gene Lipscomb &, Ordell Braase rush Billy Wade in 1959
Rams quarterback Billy Wade come under heavy pressure from Colts defensive lineman Gene Lipscomb (#76) & Ordell Braase (#81) in 1959 Ram-Colts action. Art Donovan is directly behind Lipscomb.
Bert Jones
Graduate of LSU. Spent 9-years with the Baltimore Colts passingfor over 18,000 yards and 124 touchdowns.
Johnny Unitas
Probably one of - if not the - best know quarterback from the Golden Age of Football. Played 18 years in the NFL and was selected to 10 Pro Bowls. Led the Colts to a 16-13 win over the Cowboys in Super Bowl V.
Colts QB Bert Jones
Baltimore Colts Quarterback Bert Jones call signals against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense
Joe Perry Baltimore Colts
Baltimore Colts running back Joe Perry sets to take a hand off from Johnny Unitas. After 13 seasons with the San Francisco 49ers Perry spent 2 seasons with the Colts.
Alan Ameche Colts Fullback
Eric Dickerson
After 5 successful years with the Rams he joined the Indianapolis Colts in 1987 and stayed with them until 1991 playing in 2 Pro Bowls and finishing with almost 5200 yards and 32 rushing touchdowns.
Tom Matte, Baltimore Colt NFL Running Back
Still ranks #6 on the Colts franchise All Time Leading rushing list (4646 yards) and is #3 on the rushing touchdown list (45).
Colts Head Coach Weeb Ewbank confronts Sam Huff during the 1958 NFL Championship Game
Tempers flare during the 1958 NFL Championship game as Colts head coach Weeb Ewbank has words with Giants linebacker Sam Huff after Huff tackled Colts receiver Raymond Berry. Ewbank felt Huff knee'd Berry as he was down. Ewbank took a swing at Huff striking him in the facemask.
Jim Parker
Hall of Fame Offensive Lineman Jim Parker played 11 seasons for the Baltimore Colts.
Johnny Unitas 1967 Trading Card
His 1967 Topps Football Card. That season he was named to the All-Pro Team as well as the Pro Bowl. He completed 58.5% of his 436 passes for 3428 yards and 20 touchdowns.
Earl Morrall & Bill Curry of the Colts with DD Lewis of the Cowboys in Super Bowl V
DD Lewis (#50) of the Cowboys drops back in coverage while Colts Pro Bowl center Bill Curry (#50) sets to block for back-up QB Earl Morrall in the Colts win of Super Bowl V.
Colts QB Johnny Unitas
One of the icons of the NFL in the 1960s - Hall of Fame quarterback Johnny Unitas.
Johnny Unitas
Probably one of - if not the - best know quarterback from the Golden Age of Football. Played 18 years in the NFL and was selected to 10 Pro Bowls. Led the Colts to a 16-13 win over the Cowboys in Super Bowl V.
Johnny Unitas in the 1958 NFL Championship Game Against the New York Giants
Johnny Unitas (#19) out runs Giant defenders Dick Modzelewski (#77) & Andy Robustelli (#81) in the 1958 NFL Championship game between Baltimore and New York.
Lenny Moore
Rushed for 5174 yards during his 12 year career.
Baltimore Colts Bubba Smith
The Colts 1st-round draft pick out of Michigan State Defensive Tackle Bubba Smith
Tom Matte, Colts vs Eagles in 1969
Colts runner Tom Matte (#41) takes a handoff from QB JOhnny Unitas (#19) in 1969 action against the Eagles. Matte scored twice as the Colts won 24-20 during this week 4 games. Making the Pro bowl in 1969, Matte ended up having one of the best seasons of his career numbers-wise as he rushed for 909 yards and a league-high 11 touchdowns. We think The Eagle in the picture, #57, is rookie Ernie Calloway.
Earl Morrall, Detroit Lions against Ordell Braasse and Fred Miller of the Baltimore Colts
1963 Colts & Lions. Earl Morrall (#14), gets the pass away before Colts lineman Fred Miller (#76) can make contact. Ordell Braasse (#81), Colts defensive end, appears to have concerns about Lions Lineman Dan La Rose (#77).
Lenny Moore
Rushed for 5174 yards during his 12 year career.
Alan Ameche, Colts Running Back 1955-1960
Johnny Unitas after the Win in Super Bowl V.
A happy Johnny Unitas is interviewed in the locker room after the Colts 16-13 victory over the Dallas Cowboys.
Mike Curtis of the Colts makes his move as Jim Plunkett takes the snap
The second the ball is snapped and the play develops Colts linebacker Mike Curtis (#32) reacts to Patriots Jim Plunkett (#16). Colts-Patriots action from 1973.
1960s NFL Colts vs Vikings | Lenny Moore Gets behind Alex Sandusky
Colts great Lenny Moore (#24) gets behind the blocking of Alex Sandusky (#68) against the Vikings defense in 1960s NFL action. Pictured for the Vikings are Jim Marshall (#70) and Jim Prestel (#79).
Alan Ameche Baltimore Colts
Jim Parker
Alan Ameche Baltimore Colts 1955 -1960
Bill Brooks 1990 Indianapolis Colts Topps NFL Football Trading Card #309
His 1990 Topps card. The Colts leading receiver the previous 3 season he was #2 in 1990 with 62 catches.
Johnny Unitas and the Baltimore Colts Offense of the Early 60s
Up close photo of the Baltimore Colts Line of Scrimmage with Hall of Fame Quarterback Johnny Unitas as the signal caller. Taken sometime during the early 60s, pictured - from left to right - #88 Tight End John McKay, #60 Tackle George Preas, #68 Guard Alex Sandusky, #52 Center Dick Szymanski and #77 Guard Jim Parker. And while you can't see #72 Left Tackle Bob Vogel is probably present at the far end.
Norm Bulaich
Runningback Norm Bulaich started with the Baltimore Colts as a rookie in 1971 and stayed with them until 1972
Tom Matte Baltimore Colts
Ted Hendricks with Mike Curtis stop a Green Bay runner in 1969
Future Hall of Famer Ted Hendricks stops a Green Bay runner in 1969. All-Pro Mike Curtis hurdles over blockers to assist.
Johnny Unitas Super Bowl III
Baltimore Quarterback Johnny Unitas made a brief and ineffective appearance in the 1968 Super Bowl Loss to the New York Jets Jets
Gary Hogeboom
Paul Hornung Scores Against the Colts in 1965
Packers end Carroll Dale (#84) signals a touchdown as Packer's runner Paul Hornung (#5) spins over the goal line against the Colts late in the 1965 season. Hornung scored a total of 5 touchdowns in this December 12 game - 3 rushing, 2 receiving. Colts pictured are Lenny Lyles (#43), Wendall Harris (#26) & Dennis Gaubatz (#53). The unidentified Colt trying to keep Hornung out of the endzone may be #20, Jerry Logan.
Dan Currie and Johnny Unitas
John Unitas gets off a pass against Green Bay Packer Dan Currie
Frank Gifford, Ray Wietecha & Alex Webster in 1957 Giants vs Colts
Giants runner Frank Gifford (#16) turns upfield as Jesse Thomas (#40) of the Colts works in vain to stop him. Fellow Giants Bill Austin (#60), Ray Wietecha (#55) & Alex Webster (#29) lead interference in this 1957 Colts-Giant showdown.
Boyd Dowler catches a pass against Charlie Stukes of the Colts
Packers receiver Boyd Dowler (#86) makes a catch against the Colts Charlie Stukes (#47).
Norm Bulaich
Runningback Norm Bulaich started with the Baltimore Colts as a rookie in 1971 and stayed with them until 1972
Johnny Unitas 1968 Baltimore Colts Topps NFL Football Trading Card #100
The great Johnny U on his 1968 Colts card. Unfortunately for him, he suffered an elbow injury during the preseason that caused him to sit out almost the entire year. Made a brief appearance in Super Bowl III against the Jets.
Eric Dickerson
In 1988 Dickerson set Colt team records with 388 attempts and 1659 yards.
Gail Cogdill Blocking Jerry Logan of the Colts
As well as being a superb receiver he was also know as a very capable blocker among NFL receivers. Here he squares up with Colts defensive back Jerry Logan.
Lenny Moore about to be hit by Merlin Olsen in 1964
Colts - Rams in 1964. Colts Super Star Lenny Moore (#24) is held up by Rams linebacker Cliff Livingston (#85) as Merlin Olsen (#74) gets around the block of Dick Szymanski (#52) as it appears to bode unwell for the unprotected Colts runner.
Lenny Moore
Rushed for 5174 yards during his 12 year career.
Johnny Unitas, Lenny Moore and Deacon Jones - Colts vs Rams, 1960s NFL
1960s NFL action - Johnny Unitas hands off to Colts runningback Lenny Moore as Rams great Deacon Jones moves in to disrupt their intentions.
Colts Quarterback Bert Jones in 1978
9 years with the Baltimore Colts. When it comes to Colts history, many consider him the #3 greatest quarterback behind Peyton Manning and Johnny Unitas. Finished with a 56.1% percentage completion rate, 17663 yards and 122 touchdowns. Missed most of the 1978 and 1979 seasons with a shoulder injury.
Dick Szymanski Blocks for Johnny Unitas
Classic photograph of two Baltimore Colt greats. Center Dick Szymanski provides pass protection for Quarterback Johnny Unitas while he passes
Tom Matte Runs Behind Dan Sullivan in 1966 Colts vs Vikings
1966 Colts and Vikings. After taking a handoff from Johnny Unitas (#19) Colts ball carrier Tom Matte (#41) gets behind blocker Dan Sullivan (#71). Vikings great Jim Marshall (#70) gives pursuit.
Fullback of the Colts, Alan Ameche
The Colts main ground gainer of the late 1950s. Had 4045 yards, 40 rushing touchdowns and averaged 4.2 yards a carry from 1955 to 1960
Bubba Smith hits Joe Namath in Super Bowl III
Bubba Smith gets to Joe Namath and hits his passing arm before he can follow through. Also applying pressure in Namath's face is Billy Ray Smith as well.
Johnny Unitas
Probably one of - if not the - best know quarterback from the Golden Age of Football. Played 18 years in the NFL and was selected to 10 Pro Bowls. Led the Colts to a 16-13 win over the Cowboys in Super Bowl V.
Johnny Unitas
Probably one of - if not the - best know quarterback from the Golden Age of Football. Played 18 years in the NFL and was selected to 10 Pro Bowls. Led the Colts to a 16-13 win over the Cowboys in Super Bowl V.
Johnny Unitas
Probably one of - if not the - best know quarterback from the Golden Age of Football. Played 18 years in the NFL and was selected to 10 Pro Bowls. Led the Colts to a 16-13 win over the Cowboys in Super Bowl V.
Bert Jones
Graduate of LSU. Spent 9-years with the Baltimore Colts passingfor over 18,000 yards and 124 touchdowns.
Night Train Lane knocks down a pass intended for Jimmy Orr in 1962
Lions legend Night Train Lane bats down a pass intended for Colts receiver Jimmy Orr. This play came with 11 seconds left in the game and helped preserve a 21-14 lead over the Colts in 1962.
Lenny Moore
Hall of Fame Runningback was a 1st round draft pick from Penn State in 1956. That year he was named the NFL's Rookie of the Year after averaging 7.5 yards a carry (86 attempts - 649) and scoring a total of 9 touchdowns. He played his entire 12-year career with the Baltimore colts.
Rushing & Receiving Table
| Game | Game |
Rush | Rush | Rush | Rush | Rush | Rush | Rush |
Rece | Rece | Rece | Rece | Rece | Rece | Rece | | | | |
| G |
GS |
Rush |
Yds |
TD |
Lng |
Y/A |
Y/G |
A/G |
Rec |
Yds |
Y/R |
TD |
Lng |
R/G |
Y/G |
YScm |
RRTD |
Fmb |
AV |
| 143 | 118 | 1069 | 5174 | 63 | 79 | 4.8 | 36.2 | 7.5 | 363 | 6039 | 16.6 | 48 | 82 | 2.5 | 42.2 | 11213 | 111 | 41 | 71 |
Roman Gabriel of the Rams & Don Shinnick of the Colts
Roman Gabriel (#18), quarterback of the LA Rams defiantly barks out audibles to his offensive teammates as Colts longtime veteran linebacker Don Shinnick stares back.
Jim Harbaugh, Indianapolis Colts
Jim Harbaugh, Indianapolis Colts
Johnny Unitas
Probably one of - if not the - best know quarterback from the Golden Age of Football. Played 18 years in the NFL and was selected to 10 Pro Bowls. Led the Colts to a 16-13 win over the Cowboys in Super Bowl V.
Photo from the Man in Sport Photo Exhibit | Johnny Unitas going against the Giants in the 1958 NFL Championship
One of the photos from Sports Photographer Bob Riger's Man in Sport Photo Exhibit. This one is taken from the 1958 NFL Championship game between the Baltimore Colts and the New York Giants. The Giants rush appears halted as the Colts signal caller sets to throw downfield.
Other Colts pictured along with Unitas are #63 - Art Spinney, #50 - Buzz Nutter, #60 - George Prias and #35 - Alan Ameche. For New York #77 - Dick Modzelewski looks on as Jim Katcavage leaps with out stretched arms.
Classic Old School NFL - Colts & Bears. Johnny Unitas, Doug Atkins, Jim Parker and Alan Ameche
Some classic old school NFL. Bears and Colts. Doug Atkins and another unidentifiable Bear defender assail Colts QB Johnny Unitas. Fullback Alan Ameche along with the great Jim Parker (#77) keep them at bay.
Ted Hendricks 1974 Topps Football Card
Ted Hendricks 1974 Topps Football Card. The significance is that it's from 1974 - the year he was traded to the Green Bay Packers. He had a great year making 5 interceptions, scoring a safety and being named All-Pro.
Gino Marchetti Brings Down Jon Arnett
Colts great Gino Marchetti (#89) grabs hold of Rams running back Jon Arnett (#26) in this early 1960s showdown between Baltimore and Los Angeles. Also shown are Rams offensive lineman Joe Carollo (#63) and Colts defensive lineman Jim Colvin (#75).
Bert Jones
Graduate of LSU. Spent 9-years with the Baltimore Colts passingfor over 18,000 yards and 124 touchdowns.
Alan Ameche
Johnny Unitas RC Cola Ad
The Hall of Fame Quarterback enjoys an RC Cola!
Lenny Moore Baltimore Colts
Colts Defense in the 1959 Title Game vs the Giants
A poor Giants runner is gang tackled by by a trio of Colts defenders during the 1959 NFL Title game. The Colts would end the game with a 31-16 win and their second straight NFL Title. Colts pictured are Andy Nelson (#80), Gene Lipscomb (#76) and Milt Davis (#20). Ray Wietcha (#55) of the Giants stands in the background.
Jim Parker
Hall of Fame Offensive Lineman who played 11 seasons for the Baltimore Colts.
Johnny Unitas
Probably one of - if not the - best know quarterback from the Golden Age of Football. Played 18 years in the NFL and was selected to 10 Pro Bowls. Led the Colts to a 16-13 win over the Cowboys in Super Bowl V.
Johnny Unitas
Probably one of - if not the - best know quarterback from the Golden Age of Football. Played 18 years in the NFL and was selected to 10 Pro Bowls. Led the Colts to a 16-13 win over the Cowboys in Super Bowl V.
Gene "Big Daddy" Lipscomb and Rosey Brown
A battle between 2 of the NFL's biggest stars of the 1950s - Colts defensive tackle Eugene Lipscomb and Giants Hall offensive tackle of Famer Rosey Brown of the Giants.
Johnny Unitas
Probably one of - if not the - best know quarterback from the Golden Age of Football. Played 18 years in the NFL and was selected to 10 Pro Bowls. Led the Colts to a 16-13 win over the Cowboys in Super Bowl V.
Johnny Unitas of the Colts passes against Deacon Jones, Maxie Baughan and Roger Brown of the Rams
Colts field general Johnny Unitas launches a pass while under pressure from that outstanding Rams defense of the late 1960s. How many of these players can you name?
Johnny Unitas NFL Great
Passed for over 40,000 yards in his 18-year career. Set the NFL record of 47 consecutive games with a touchdown pass. Those games spanned from the finale game of the 1956 season to week 11 of 1960.
Bill Brooks Indianapolis Colts Rookie Receiver
NFL All-Rookie team in 1986 he was 2nd on the Colts team in receptions with 65 catches.
Larry Little pulls against Fred Miller of the Colts
Dolphins Hall of Fame lineman Larry Little gets outside to lead-block with The Colts Fred Miller close behind. Quarterback Bob Griese can be seen in the backfield.
Lenny Moore - 92-Yard Kickoff Return Touchdown in 1957
The Colts legend Lenny Moore shown here in 1957 against the Rams. The story behind this picture is that Moore is on the receiving end of a lateral pass executed on a kickoff return from teammate Francis Davidson that resulted in a 92-yard touchdown.
Bill Brooks
Bubba Smith hits Dennis Shaw - 1970 NFL
When the NFL and AFL officially merged in 1970 the Colts found themselves aligned in the AFL-heavy American Football Conference. Here defensive lineman gets to Bills rookie Dennis Shaw out of USC. A Pro Bowler in 1970, Smith has been credited with 10 sacks that season.
Lenny Moore
Rushed for 5174 yards during his 12 year career.
Joe Perry
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Johnny Unitas NFL Legend
Probably one of - if not the - best know quarterback from the Golden Age of Football. Played 18 years in the NFL and was selected to 10 Pro Bowls. Led the Colts to a 16-13 win over the Cowboys in Super Bowl V.
The Colts Johnny Unitas gets a Pass Off with Jim Houston of Cleveland Rushing
Early 1960s NFL action between Cleveland and Baltimore - Hall of Famer Johnny Unitas gets a pass of center Dick Szymanski (#52) and guard Palmer Pyle (#62) keep Browns defender Jim Houston (#82) at bay.
Gary Hogeboom Indianapolis Colts QB
Gary Hogeboom joined the Colts in 1986 and spent 3 seasons there. Injuries hampered him much of his time there as he ended up splitting starting duties with Jack Trudeau and later on with Chris Chandler as well.
He did manage 3295 yards and 22 touchdowns as a Colt.
Lyle Alzado sacks Bert Jones
Bert Jones, Baltimore Colts Quarterback is sacked by Denver Broncos defensive lineman Lyle Alzado.
Paul Hornung makes catch against the Colts Jerry Logan & Jim Welch in the 1965 NFL Playoffs
Despite being caught between Colt defenders Jerry Logan and Jim Welch, Packer running back Paul Hornung holds on to the ball here in the 1965 Playoff game between Green bay and Baltimore. Hornung scored Green Bay's only touchdown in the 13-10 Packer win.
Earl Morrall 1970 Baltimore Colts Topps Trading Football Card #88
Earl Morrall on his 1970 Topps card - 1970 was yet another unusual twist in Morrall's career. Back to backing up Johnny Unitas, he started just 1 game - a victory over Patriots. He did get a bit of revenge relieving Unitas in the last game of the season against the Jets. He threw 4 touchdowns and passed for 348 yards in a 35-20 win. As the Colts advanced to their second Super Bowl he found himself in the spotlight once again when Unitas went down with a rib injury in the 2nd quarter. Helped out by Cowboy mistakes Morrall managed to play well enough to keep the Colts in the game and eventually led the offense to Jim O'Brien's game winning field goal.
Chris Chandler
Bert Jones Against the Bengals in 1976
Graduate of LSU. Spent 9-years with the Baltimore Colts passingfor over 18,000 yards and 124 touchdowns.
NFL Quarterback Johnny Unitas
A Hall of Fame inductee in 1979 NFL Legend Johnny Unitas played 18 years in the NFL - 17 as a Baltimore Colt. He was named to the Pro Bowl 10 times during his career. He led the Colts to 2 NFL Championships in 1958 and 1958. In 1971 he guided his colts to a Super Bowl victory over the Dallas Cowboys in 1971.
Larry Cole and Earl Morrall
Baltimore Colts Quarterback Eark Morrall gets off a pass under a heavy rush by rookie Cowboys lineman Larry Cole.
Jackie Burkett of the Colts stops Kermit Alexander of the 49ers
Special Teams action between the Colts & 49ers - San Francisco return man Kermit Alexander is stopped by the Colts Jackie Burkett. In 1965 Alexander led the NFL in kick returns with 32 returns and 741 yards. He also had a league leading 8 fumble recoveries.
Johnny Unitas
NFL Legend John Unitas
Lenny Moore
Rushed for 5174 yards during his 12 year career.
Dick Alban collars Alan Ameche
Steelers defensiveback Dick Alban (#42) bring Colts runner Alan Ameche's (#35) progress to an abrupt halt with a tackle that would surely draw a penalty today. Steelers great Ernie Stautner (#70) and Colts tackle Ken Jackson (#74) are also shown.
Bill Brooks Colts Rookie
The Colts rookie had a very impressive start to his NFL career. 65 catches and 1131 yards, 8 touchdowns. He also returned punts and averaged almost 8 yards a return.
Johnny Unitas
Probably one of - if not the - best know quarterback from the Golden Age of Football. Played 18 years in the NFL and was selected to 10 Pro Bowls. Led the Colts to a 16-13 win over the Cowboys in Super Bowl V.
Alan Ameche Scores Against Giants
Johnny Unitas
Probably one of - if not the - best know quarterback from the Golden Age of Football. Played 18 years in the NFL and was selected to 10 Pro Bowls. Led the Colts to a 16-13 win over the Cowboys in Super Bowl V.
Calvin Hill gets past Ted Hendricks in Super Bowl V
Dallas versus Baltimore - Super Bowl V. Helped by some interference from lineman Ralph Neely (#73), Cowboys runner Calvin Hill (#35) gets past Colt linebacker Ted Hendricks (#83) for some positive yardage.
Alan Ameche is brought down by Sam Huff and Jimmy Patton
Despite the efforts of Jimmy Patton (#20), Sam Huff (#70) and an additional Giant Colt runner Alan Ameche still makes forward progess against the New York defense. Center Buzz Nutter (#50) and defensive end Cliff Livingston (#89) are seen in the background.
The Colts Tony Lorick is taken down by Deacon Jones and Rosey Grier of the Rams in 1966
1966 Colts & Rams. Fullback Tony Lorick is taken down by Deacon Jones and Rosey Grier.
Tom Matte of the Colts & Bill Baird and Randy Beverly of the Jets in Super Bowl III
Lenny Moore
Rushed for 5174 yards during his 12 year career.
Jim Parker
Hall of Fame Offensive Lineman Jim Parker played 11 seasons for the Baltimore Colts.
Merlin Olsen wraps up Tom Matte
Rams-Colts action from the mid-1960s. Merlin Olsen breaks through the line to wrap up Baltimore runner Tom Matte.
Bert Jones
Graduate of LSU. Spent 9-years with the Baltimore Colts passingfor over 18,000 yards and 124 touchdowns.
Johnny Unitas
Probably one of - if not the - best know quarterback from the Golden Age of Football. Played 18 years in the NFL and was selected to 10 Pro Bowls. Led the Colts to a 16-13 win over the Cowboys in Super Bowl V.
Earl Morrall Baltimore Colts NFL MVP of 1968
The NFL MVP of the 1968 Season.
Johnny Unitas
Probably one of - if not the - best know quarterback from the Golden Age of Football. Played 18 years in the NFL and was selected to 10 Pro Bowls. Led the Colts to a 16-13 win over the Cowboys in Super Bowl V.
Jim Parker - from a 1964 Tulane Stadium Game Program
The Colts Hall of Famer featured in a game program from 1964.
Earl Morrall Under the Rush of Gerry Philbin in Super Bowl III
Under the heavy pressure of the Jets Jerry Philbin in Super Bowl III
Bert Jones
Graduate of LSU. Spent 9-years with the Baltimore Colts passingfor over 18,000 yards and 124 touchdowns.
Colts Legend Alan Ameche
Lenny Moore
Rushed for 5174 yards during his 12 year career.
Joe Namath with Bubba Smith Rushing in Super Bowl III
Another picture from the Jets-Colts clash in Super Bowl III. Bubba Smith again in Joe Namath's face.
Lenny Moore catches a slant pass against Jimmy Patton and the Giants
Colt running back Lenny Moore (#24) is brought down immediately by defender Jimmy Patton (#20) after taking in a slant pass. Other players are Colt Jim Mutscheller (#84). Giants pictured are Dick Lynch (#22) & Lindon Crow (#41).
Rookie Preston Pearson goes against Dave Edwards
His 14-year career started as a 12-round draft pick out of Illinois by the Baltimore Colts in 1967. Started 7 games on Special Teams that season. Here he is going up against veteran Dave Edwards of the Dallas Cowboys his rookie season.
The Baltimore Colts 1978 Topps Team leaders Football Card #502
Colts Team Leaders from the 1977 NFL Season featured on this 1978 Topps Football Card - Lydell Mitchell, Lyle Blackwood and Fred Cook.
Rosey Grier of the Rams steps up to stop Jerry Hill and Johnny Unitas of the Colts in 1965
Rams and Colts - 1964. Rosey Grier (#76) moves in to stop fullback Jerry Hill (#45) as Hill takes a handoff from quarterback Johnny Unitas (#19). Colt #52 is center Dick Szymanski and the Ram to the far right, #89 is linebacker Cliff Livingston.
Bert Jones
Graduate of LSU. Spent 9-years with the Baltimore Colts passingfor over 18,000 yards and 124 touchdowns.
Johnny Unitas
Probably one of - if not the - best know quarterback from the Golden Age of Football. Played 18 years in the NFL and was selected to 10 Pro Bowls. Led the Colts to a 16-13 win over the Cowboys in Super Bowl V.
The Colts Bubba Smith
Lenny Moore and Buzz Nutter of the Baltimore Colts
Colts Hall of Famer Lenny Moore (#24) gets behind the blocking of offensive lineman Buzz Nutter (#50).
Bert Jones
Graduate of LSU. Spent 9-years with the Baltimore Colts passingfor over 18,000 yards and 124 touchdowns.
Johnny Unitas and Buzz Nutter of the Baltimore Colts
Nice pic of Colts Hall of Fame quarterback Johnny Unitas (#18) dropping back to pass. We think #50 is veteran lineman Buzz Nutter.
Johnny Unitas
Probably one of - if not the - best know quarterback from the Golden Age of Football. Played 18 years in the NFL and was selected to 10 Pro Bowls. Led the Colts to a 16-13 win over the Cowboys in Super Bowl V.
Johnny Unitas
Probably one of - if not the - best know quarterback from the Golden Age of Football. Played 18 years in the NFL and was selected to 10 Pro Bowls. Led the Colts to a 16-13 win over the Cowboys in Super Bowl V.
Nick Roman grabs rookie Bert Jones of the Colts face mask
Colts rookie quarterback Bert Jones gets a little tug on his facemask from Browns defensive lineman Nick Roman in 1973
Billy Ray Smith Rushing Bart Starr in 1967 NFL Action
Bart Starr (#15) seems a bit undecided on which way to turn as long-time Colts veteran Billy Ray Smith (#74) breaks through into the Packers backfield.
Colts Bubba Smith
Gary Hogeboom
Finally getting a chance to start. Gary Hogeboom joined the Indianapolis Colts amidst much excitement among Colts fans in 1986 and became an immediate starter. For a quarterback he was a very aggressive runner and ended up injured each year of his first 3 seasons there.
Johnny Unitas under Pressure from Bears Linebacker Dick Butkus
Dick Butkus and others of Bears pressure Colts QB Johnny Unitas
Baltimore Colts Scoring Duo Johnny Unitas and Raymond Berry
One of the most productive scoring tandems in the history of the NFL - Baltimore Colts Johnny Unitas and Raymond Berry
Johnny Unitas
Probably one of - if not the - best know quarterback from the Golden Age of Football. Played 18 years in the NFL and was selected to 10 Pro Bowls. Led the Colts to a 16-13 win over the Cowboys in Super Bowl V.
Bert Jones 1975 Baltimore Colts Topps NFL Football Trading Card #199
In 1975 the 3rd-year man from LSU started to come into his own. Led the Colts to 10 victories and their first Division title in 5 seasons. Had a tremendeous year finishing among the NFL's Top-10 in several categories - Passing attempts, yards, completions, completion percentage, rating, touchdown passes and fewest interceptions.
Bert Jones
Graduate of LSU. Spent 9-years with the Baltimore Colts passingfor over 18,000 yards and 124 touchdowns.
Baltimore Colts Runner Joe Perry
The former 49er spent 2 seasons (1961 & 1962) in Baltimore where he rushed for 1034 yards.
Johnny Unitas under pressure from Willie Davis & Ron Kostelnik
Packers Willie Davis (#87) & Ron Kostelnik (#77) burst through as Colts quarterback Johnny Unitas (#19) tries to set up to pass. #60 is Colts longtime verteran lineman George Preas.
Earl Morrall under pressure from Verlon Biggs in Super Bowl III
Earl Morrall was the NFL's MVP in 1968 after stepping in for an injured Johnny Unitas and leading the Colts to an NFL Championship. Unfortunately, he couldn't reproduce that success against the Jets defense in Super Bowl III.
Here Jets defensive end Verlon Biggs applies pressure as Morrall gets the pass off.
Jim Parker
Bert Jones
Graduate of LSU. Spent 9-years with the Baltimore Colts passingfor over 18,000 yards and 124 touchdowns.
Big Daddy Lipscomb takes on 2 Blockers
At 6' 6" he easily outsized just about everyone else in the NFL. Here the opposing offense uses 2 blockers to contain him.
Johnny Unitas NFL Colts Quarterback
Johnny Unitas
Probably one of - if not the - best know quarterback from the Golden Age of Football. Played 18 years in the NFL and was selected to 10 Pro Bowls. Led the Colts to a 16-13 win over the Cowboys in Super Bowl V.
Bert Jones
Graduate of LSU. Spent 9-years with the Baltimore Colts passingfor over 18,000 yards and 124 touchdowns.
Bill Brooks
Lenny Moore Baltimore Colts Runner
One of the most exciting All-Purpose players of his era. Led the NFL in average Yards-per-Touch 6 times during his 12 year career.
Eric Dickerson
After 5 successful years with the Rams he joined the Indianapolis Colts in 1987 and stayed with them until 1991 playing in 2 Pro Bowls and finishing with almost 5200 yards and 32 rushing touchdowns.
Baltimore Colts Rookie Preston Pearson
His 14-year career started as a 12-round draft pick out of Illinois by the Baltimore Colts in 1967. Started 7 games on Special Teams that season.
1976 NFL MVP - Bert Jones
Graduate of LSU. Spent 9-years with the Baltimore Colts passingfor over 18,000 yards and 124 touchdowns.
Johnny Unitas of the Baltimore Colts 1956-1972
Old photo of Hall of Fame NFL Quarterback Johnny Unitas of the Baltimore Colts 1956-1972. Considered by many to be greatest quarterback of his time.
Bert Jones
Graduate of LSU. Spent 9-years with the Baltimore Colts passingfor over 18,000 yards and 124 touchdowns.
The Colts Bubba Smith against the Packers Forrest Gregg & Bob Hyland
Big Bubba Smith (#78) of the Colts avoids the block of Packers great Forrest Gregg (#75) and gets ready to take on center Bob Hyland (#50). We think the Packer in the background is fullback Jim Grabowski.
Willie Davis Breaks Up a Pass Intended for Tom Matte
Packers Hall of Fame defensive lineman Willie Davis (#87) stays step-for-step with Colts runner Tom Matte (#41) and breaks up the pass intended for him. Ray Nitschke lurks in the background.
Ted Hendricks 1973 Baltimore Colts Topps Football Card #430
Here on his 1973 Topps card. By 1973, his 5th year in the NFL and with the Colts, he was really starting to come into his own. This would be his third consecutive Pro Bowl. Started all 14 games he had 3 interceptions and 4 fumble recoveries.
NFL Hall of Fame Quarterback Johnny Unitas
Baltimore Colts Runner Tom Matte
Baltimore Colts running back from 1961 to 1972. Made All Pro in 1969 when he led the NFL in Total Yards and Total touchdowns.
Colts Hall of Famer Jim Parker
John Brodie under pressure from Bubba Smith
49ers QB John Brodie (#12) seeks to get the pass off before the inevitable upcoming collision with Colts defensive lineman Bubba Smith (#78).
Gene "Big Daddy" Lipscomb of the Baltimore Colts
From around 1960 - Big Daddy going up against Pro Bowl guard Harley Sewell.
Johnny Unitas
Probably one of - if not the - best know quarterback from the Golden Age of Football. Played 18 years in the NFL and was selected to 10 Pro Bowls. Led the Colts to a 16-13 win over the Cowboys in Super Bowl V.
John Brodie and Ted Hendricks
2 Legends of Pro Football - San Francisco QB John Brodie, who played 17 seasons and Baltimore Raider linebacker Ted Hendricks who played 15 seasons for 3 different teams.
Johnny Unitas
His name is almost synonymous with the Golden Age of Professional Football. The league MVP in 1957 he led the Colts to 3 NFL Titles in his 18-year career.
Willie Wood, Packers and Lenny Moore of the Colts
Two Hall of Famers - Willie Wood of the Green Bay Packers and Lenny Moore of the Baltimore Colts.
Johnny Unitas and Lenny Moore | The 1963 Baltimore Colts
A nice pic of Colt greats Lenny Moore and Johnny Unitas in 1963. Unitas had the most passing yards that year, 3481. Unfortunately Moore saw his playing time limited with injuries.
Bubba Smith puts the Pressure on Joe Namath in Super Bowl III
Super Bowl III - Jets QB Joe Namath gets a pass off under some heavy pressure from the Colts Bubba Smith.
Lenny Moore Baltimore Colts 1965
Eric Dickerson
When Eric Dickerson retired from football in 1993 he was the #2 All-Time Leading Rusher with 13259 yards. As of the 2017 season he is still #7 on that list.
Jim Parker Blocks against Merlin Olsen
Baltimore Colts great Jim Parker leads the way for running back Jerry Hill against Merlin Olsen and the Los Angeles Rams Defense.
Earl Morrall of the Baltimore Colts on the Cover of Sports Illustrated November 1968
Earl Morrall was the highlight of a number of backups that found their way to starting spots during the 1968 NFL season
Alan Ameche carries against the 49ers Leo Nomellini & Monte Clark in 1959
Baltimore Colts workhorse Alan Ameche (#35) gets excellent blocking from his offense in this 1959 showdown with San Francisco. 49ers here are #63, Monte Clark and #73- Hall of Famer Leo Nomellini. NFL Legend Johnny Unitas (#19) is in the background.
Alan Ameche NFL
Johnny Unitas
Probably one of - if not the - best know quarterback from the Golden Age of Football. Played 18 years in the NFL and was selected to 10 Pro Bowls. Led the Colts to a 16-13 win over the Cowboys in Super Bowl V.
Johnny Unitas under pressure from the 49ers Charlie Krueger
49ers defensive lineman Charlie Krueger is held up by Colts offensive lineman Alex Sandusky as Johnny Unitas gets the pass off in this action from the mid-60s NFL.
The Redskins Eagle Day is pursued by "Big Daddy" Lipscomb & Ordell Braase | 1960 NFL
Former CFL star Eagle Day comes under some intense pursuit from Colt defensive lineman Ordell Braase (#81), Don Joyce (#83) & "Big Daddy" Lipscomb (#76) in the 1960 season opener between the Colts and Redskins. The Colts won handedly 20-0.
Bubba Smith of the Baltimore Colts
Jim Harbaugh, Indianapolis Colts
Norm Bulaich
Runningback Norm Bulaich started with the Baltimore Colts as a rookie in 1971 and stayed with them until 1972
Norm Bulaich, 1971 Colts Pro Bowler finds a hole in the Rams Defense
The 1971 Pro Bowler dashes through a hole in the Rams defense. Ram defenders: #58 - Isiah Robertson, #75 - Deacon Jones & #19 - Jim Nettles.
Earl Morrall & Bill Curry of the Colts with DD Lewis of the Cowboys in Super Bowl V
DD Lewis (#50) of the Cowboys drops back in coverage while Colts Pro Bowl center Bill Curry (#50) sets to block for back-up QB Earl Morrall in the Colts win of Super Bowl V.
Lenny Moore in 1957 against Rams
The Colts Hall of Famer makes a 17-yard gain against the Rams in a 1957 contest. Moving in to stop him are defenders Will Sherman (#43) and Art Hauser (#65).
1965 Playoff Game - Tom Matte & Coach Don Shula
Colts halfback Tom Matte, converted to quarterback for the 1965 playoff game against the Packers, gets some conversation time in with Head Coach Don Shula and assistant coach John Sandusky. Note the arm band on Matte's left arm. It had all the Colts plays written on it.
Preston Pearson Baltimore Colts Rookie
A Basketball player, he never played football in college but impressed scouts with his speed and athleticism. Drafted in the 12th round and played mostly special teams for the Colts his rookie year.
Johnny Unitas and Dickie Moegle in 1957
A young Colts quarterback, Johnny Unitas (#19) in 1957 tries to out maneuver 49ers defender Dickie Moegle (#47).
Moegle, in this, his 3rd season, led San Francisco with 8 interceptions. While Unitas, in just his 2nd year in the NFL led the league with 2250 yards and 24 touchdown passes.
Johnny Unitas on the Cover of Street and Smith's Issue from 1965
The Colts Hall of Fame quarterback on one of the covers of the 1965 Seasonal issue of Street and Smith's Pro Football Yearbook. Another release of the same magazine featured the 1964 NFL Champion Cleveland Browns quarterback Frank Ryan.
Bert Jones
Graduate of LSU. Spent 9-years with the Baltimore Colts passingfor over 18,000 yards and 124 touchdowns.
Bill Brooks
Johnny Unitas throws over Jim Dunaway & Ron McDole
Colts Hall of Fame quarterback Johnny Unitas (#19) under the rush of Buffalo Bill legends Ron McDole (#72) and Jim Dunaway (#78).
Short Yardage Plunge by Tom Matte of the Colts
Tom Matte Colts
Bill Brown of the Vikngs collides with the Colts Jerry Logan
Old school NFL collision between Bill Brown (#30) and Jerry Logan (#20).
Sonny Jurgensen passing from his own endzone against Billy Ray Smith & Bubba Smith of the 1969 Colts
Surrounded by Colts defenders Bubba Smith (#78), Roy Hilton (#85) & Billy Ray Smith (#74) Redskins QB Sonny Jurgensen gets the pass off from deep in own territory. From 1969 - despite a 339-yard, 2-touchdown day by Jurgensen his Redskins were dominated by Baltimore 41-17.
Lenny Moore
Rushed for 5174 yards during his 12 year career.
Tom Matte Runs Against the Jets in Super Bowl III
Gary Hogeboom
Finally getting a chance to start. Gary Hogeboom joined the Indianapolis Colts amidst much excitement among Colts fans in 1986 and became an immediate starter. For a quarterback he was a very aggressive runner and ended up injured each year of his first 3 seasons there.
Johnny Unitas
Probably one of - if not the - best know quarterback from the Golden Age of Football. Played 18 years in the NFL and was selected to 10 Pro Bowls. Led the Colts to a 16-13 win over the Cowboys in Super Bowl V.
Jim Harbaugh, Indianapolis Colts
Johnny Unitas Close Up
Now That's a Pretty Face!
Bubba Smith Colts Joe Namath Jets
Jets quarterback Joe Namath under heavy pressure from Bubba Smith of the Colts during Super Bowl III.
Johnny Unitas and Earl Morrall in the Locker Room before Super Bowl V
Colts quarterbacks Johnny Unitas and Earl Morrall chatting in the Locker Room before Super Bowl V. After being upset in Super Bowl III the Colts returned to the NFL Championship game 2 seasons later to defeat the Cowboys in Super Bowl V.
Bert Jones
Graduate of LSU. Spent 9-years with the Baltimore Colts passingfor over 18,000 yards and 124 touchdowns.
Jim Parker
Paul Hornung runs through Colts defense of Gene Lipscomb, Ordell Braase and Gino Marchetti
1960s NFL - Colts and Packers. Paul Hornung (#5) rips through Colt defenders Gene Lipscomb (#76), Ordell Braase (#81) and Gino Marchetti (#89)
Milt Plum Passes Over Ordell Braase, Gino Marchetti & Fred Miller of the 1964 Baltimore Colts Defense
Lions QB Milt Plum (#16) passes Over Colts defenders Fred Miller (#76), Ordell Braase (#81) & Gino Marchetti (#89) in 1964. Also shown is Lions runner Nick Pietrosante (#33) in the center.
Jim Marshall Pressures Colts Legend John Unitas
Viking defender Jim Marshall puts the heat on the famous Colts QB.
Lenny Moore
Rushed for 5174 yards during his 12 year career.
Andre Rison Indianapolis Colts
Norm Bulaich
Runningback Norm Bulaich started with the Baltimore Colts as a rookie in 1971 and stayed with them until 1972
Lenny Moore, Baltimore Colts
One of the most electrifying ball carriers of his time. The Colts Lenny Moore. Even after almost 60 years he still ranks #5 on the Colts All Time Yards from Scrimmage franchise list.
Tom Matte Colts
Bert Jones
Graduate of LSU. Spent 9-years with the Baltimore Colts passingfor over 18,000 yards and 124 touchdowns.
Bert Jones
Graduate of LSU. Spent 9-years with the Baltimore Colts passingfor over 18,000 yards and 124 touchdowns.
Johnny Unitas Sacked by Deacon Jones and Rosey Grier in 1966
The Hall of Fame quarterback is brought down by Rams legend Deacon Jones as Rosey Grier comes in to support.
Lenny Moore
Rushed for 5174 yards during his 12 year career.
Johnny Unitas from a 1964 Tulane Stadium Exhibition Game
The Hall of Famer poses for a picture posted in an Exhibition Game program from a preseason game between the Packers and Cardinals played at Tulane Stadium in New Orleans before the 1964 NFL season. Unitas would make his 8th consecutive Pro Bowl that year as the Colts would advance all the way to the NFL Championship game against the Browns. The Browns would come out on top though with a dominating 27-0 thrashing of the Colts.
Johnny Unitas
Probably one of - if not the - best know quarterback from the Golden Age of Football. Played 18 years in the NFL and was selected to 10 Pro Bowls. Led the Colts to a 16-13 win over the Cowboys in Super Bowl V.
John Riggins of the Jets & Mike Curtis, Colts
Early 70s, Jets & Colts - Fullback John Riggins (#44) carries against the Colts defense under the watchful eye of linebacker Mike Curtis (#32).
Bubba Smith, Colts Defensive Lineman
5 seasons as Colt - "unofficially" credited with 43 sacks.
Tommy Nobis of the Falcons Tackles the Colts Lenny Moore
An on-field clash of NFL legends of the mid-60s. Falcons middle linebacker Tommy Nobis wraps up Colts runner Lenny Moore. Also pictured are Chuck Sieminski, #77 of the Falcons and Bob Vogel, #72 of the Colts.
Earl Morrall under heavy pressure from Rams defense led by Merlin Olsen
Colts quarterback Earl Morrall (#15) come under a heavy Rams rush led by Hall of Famer Merlin Olsen (#74)
Jim Parker
Hall of Fame Offensive Lineman Jim Parker played 11 seasons for the Baltimore Colts.
Earl Morrall Colts
Colts Hall of Fame Quarterback Johnny Unitas
Baltimore Colts Hall of Fame Quarterback Johnny Unitas played in the NFL for 17 years and retired as the undisputed #1 Quarterback of his time.
Johnny Unitas
Probably one of - if not the - best know quarterback from the Golden Age of Football. Played 18 years in the NFL and was selected to 10 Pro Bowls. Led the Colts to a 16-13 win over the Cowboys in Super Bowl V.
Colts Quarterback Bert Jones
The Colts 1st round draft pick of 1973. Played 9 seasons in Baltimore.
Johnny Unitas, Baltimore Colts
Bert Jones 1980 Colts Topps Card
His 1980 Topps card. He completed 55.6% of 446 passes for 3134 yards and 23 touchdowns.
Lenny Moore
Rushed for 5174 yards during his 12 year career.
Johnny Unitas Passes Against the Detroit Lion Defense
The Detroit defense against Baltimore Great Johnny Unitas
Earl Morrall Baltimore Colts Quarterback 1968-1971
Standing tall in the pocket about to deliver. Colts blockers Bill Curry (#50), Dan Sullivan (#71) and Bob Vogel (#72) keep Cowboy defenders Larry Cole (#63) and George Andrie (#66) at bay.
Johnny Unitas Baltimore Colts 1956-1972
Probably one of - if not the - best know quarterback from the Golden Age of Football. Played 18 years in the NFL and was selected to 10 Pro Bowls. Led the Colts to a 16-13 win over the Cowboys in Super Bowl V.