Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Merlin Olsen Chases Down Wayne Patrick of the Bills
Noted for his incredible agility and speed as well as his strength, Olsen regularly tracked down ball carriers in the backfield for losses. Here he gets to Bills fullback Wayne Patrick on a pass in the flat before Patrick can make it back to the line of scrimmage.
Rams Quarterback Roman Gabriel
Played 11 seasons in Los Angeles leading the Rams to 74 victories between 1962 to 1972. Passed for over 22,000 yards and 154 touchdowns. Rushed for another 28 scores.
Tom Newberry
2nd-round draft pick out of University of Wisconsin - LA Crosse in 1986. Played 10 seasons as an offensive guard and made the Pro Bowl twice.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Gale Sayers and George Seals of the Bears with Maxie Baughan of the Rams
The Bears Gale Sayers (#40) gets behind the blocking of lineman George Seals (#67) as the Rams fine linebacker Maxie Baughan (#55) gives chase.
Bart Starr, Packers and Merlin Olsen, Rams - 1964 NFL
Someone is getting the best of Merlin Olsen as he gets sealed off while Packer Bart Starr slips around. The Packer behind Starr looks like Bob Skoronski.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Mike Ditka dives over Carver Shannon of the Rams
Bears tight end Mike Ditka dives over the Rams Carver Shannon after a catch.
Jackie Slater - Rams Hall of Fame Offensive Lineman
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)
Rosey Grier Whacks Bart Starr
Packers Hall of Fame QB Bart Starr gets a well placed whack across his nose from Ram defender Rosey Grier.
Joe Scibelli - Joe Carollo
2 Pro Bowl Offensive Lineman of the Los Angeles Rams in 1968 - Joe Scibelli (#71) and Joe Carollo (#63). The Rams offensive ranked #1 in Total Yards that year.
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.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Rookie Roman Gabriel against Bob Lilly and the Dallas Cowboys Defense in 1962
Rams rookie Roman Gabriel gets a pass off against the Dallas Cowboys is 1962. Gabriel impressed the league as he threw only 2 interceptions out of 101 attempts. Also pictured are Rams offensive iineman Charlie Cowan (#73) and Dallas defenders Bob Lilly (#74) and Clyde Brock (#77).
Merlin Olsen rushing Roger Staubach
LA Rams Front Four - Jack Youngblood, Larry Brooks, Fred Dryer & Merlin Olsen
Los Angeles Rams defensive front of the 1079s - Jack Youngblood (#85), Larry Brooks (#90), Fred Dryer (#89) & Merlin Olsen (#74).
Zeke Bratkowski under pressure from Bears Fred Williams & Maury Youmans 1961 NFL
Rams quarterback Zeke Bratkowski (#12) finds himself under fire from Bears lineman Fred Williams (#75) & Maury Youmans (#82) during the 1961 NFL season.
Duane Putnam 1958 Los Angeles Rams Topps NFL Football Trading Card #55
1958 - Named to his 3rd All Pro Team
Deacon Jones NFL Defensive Lineman
Hall of Fame Defensive player Deacon Jones played for the Los Angeles Rams from 1961 to 1971.
Bob Brown 1969 LA Rams Topps NFL Football Trading Card #245
After 5 seasons and 3 All-Pro selections in Philadelphia Bob Brown was traded to Los Angeles where he would play 2 seasons and earn 2 more All-Pro honors.
The Rams Merlin Olsen
Bob Berry throws over the Rams Roger Brown
The Rams Roger Brown applies pressure to Falcons quarterback Bob Berry. Brown played the last 3 years of his career , 1967 to 1969 with Los Angeles. You can see linebacker Jack Pardee (#32) behind Brown.
Dan Towler 1956 Los Angeles Rams Topps Football Card #90
Even though Dan Towler didn't play in 1956, Topps had a card for him. In 56 he retired to become the full-time pastor of the Lincoln Avenue Methodist Church of Pasadena, California. But during the 6 seasons he played he had a 5.2 lifetime YPC average, led the NFL in rushing once, rushing touchdowns twice, went to 4 Pro Bowls and left the Rams as their All-Time leading rusher.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Deacon Jones
Frankie Albert under pressure from Andy Robustelli |1951 49ers vs Rams
1951 49er-Rams contest. Ram defenders Don Paul (#57) and rookie Andy Robustelli (#84) put the heat on 49ers QB Frankie Albert (#63).
Archie Manning in 1971 New Orleans Saints vs Los Angeles Rams
As a rookie in 1971 he scored the winning touchdown as time ran out in a stunning upset of the Los Angeles Rams
Isiah Robertson
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Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Rudy Bukich passing to Mike Ditka as Deacon Jones Rushes In
Bears quarterback Rudy Bukich (#10) gets the pass off to Mike Ditka (#89) as Rams Hall of Famer Deacon Jones (#75) comes in full steam. Ram #88 is linebacker Tony Guillory.
Dick "Night Train" Lane
Wendell Tyler Behind the Blocking of Tom Mack
2 greats from the Los Angeles Rams past. A young Wendell Tyler gets behind the blocking of Hall of Famer Tom Mack. Tyler played 6 seasons with the Rams having 2 1000+ yard seasons. Tom Mack played a total of 184 games in L.A. with 11 Pro Bowls.
Leroy Irvin
Played a total of 11 years in the NFL - 10 with the Rams - making the All Pro Team twice in his career. Finished with 35 interceptions and 6 touchdowns scored on defense (5 interception returns and 1 fumble returned for a score). Was also very active a a punt returner during the early part of his career scoring 4 touchdowns and averaging almost 10 yards 147 returns.
Lawrence McCutcheon Los Angeles Rams 1972-1979
Rams Receiver Harold Jackson
Originally a 12-round pick out of Jackson State in 1968, Harold Jackson played in only 2 games his rookie season of 1968 before being dealt to the Philadelphia Eagles the following year. He returned to the Rams in 1973 and stayed there until 1977 leading LA in receiving 4 of the 5 seasons he was there.
Rams Linebackers in the 1960s
The starting linebacking corps of the Los Angeles Rams during the mid-1960s. Maxie Baughan (#55), Myron Pottios (#66) and Jack Pardee (#32). The Rams defense was one best during the end of the 1960s decade helping Los Angeles to 4 consecutive winning seasons from 1967 to 1970 and 2 Coastal Divisional titles. In 1971 Pottios and Pardee would follow head coach to Washington where the winning tradition would continue.
Roman Gabriel 1969 NFL MVP
The NFL MVP of 1969 he guided the Rams to an 11-3 record along with a Coastal Divisional title. Leading the league with 24 touchdown passes he only threw 7 interceptions in 399 passing attempts.
Lawrence McCutcheon - 1974 NFL Pro Bowl
The NFC's #3 leading runner in 1973 was Lawrence McCutcheon with 1097 yards. Rewarded for his accomplishments, here he is in the 1974 Pro Bowl - his first of 5 he would attend.
Eric Dickerson Swallowed up by the Bears Defense
Hall of Fame Runningback Eric Dickerson loses the football as he is stopped cold by Mike Singletary (#50), Dan Hampton (#99) among others of that great Chicago Bears defense of the 80s.
Jackie Slater 1990 All Madden Team Football Card #10
The inscription on back from John Madden:
Jackie Slater is going to be in the Hall of Fame. He's been a great player for 15 years and he has yet to slow down. His opponents never know what he is going to do. He's big and physical but he beats you with his mind as much as his body. He's a thinking mans offensive lineman. He's easily one of the best I've ever seen.
Flipper Anderson 1990 Los Angeles Rams Topps 1989 Record Breaker Football Card #2
Commemorating his record breaking performance from the previous season, Flipper Anderson's 336-yard day against the Saints made it to the 1990 Topps "Record Breaker" set. Anderson hauled in 15 catches against the Saints in Sunday Night game of week 12 for a NFL record setting 336 yards. That an average of over 22 yards a catch and it came against one of the league's top defenses of time. Had a 15-yard TD reception that game too.
Ram Defenders Late 1960s
So many great names on those Los Angeles Rams defenses of late decade of the 1960s. Ranked in the NFL's Top 10 every year he was there as a starter. Here he walks to the sidelines accompanied by All-Pro Safety Ed Meador.
Rams Quarterback Billy Wade
Made the Pro Bowl as the Rams starting quarterback in 1958 passing for a league-high 2875 yards.
Jackie Slater
Tom Fears NFL Hall of Fame Receiver
Born in Guadalajara, Mexico he was was drafted by the Army Corps of Engineers and served as a flight instructor during World War II. An All-American at UCLA he was an 11th round draft pick of the Cleveland Rams (they moved to Los Angeles soon after) in 1945. Finishing his schooling he joined the Rams in 1948 and quickly emerged as one of the NFL's top receivers when he led the league with 51 catches. The following season he not only lead the league again but set a new NFL record with 77 catches. In 1950 he made the All Pro team, leading the NFL a third straight year while breaking his previous mark an establishing another Pro Football record of 84 catches. Named to the Hall of Fame in 1970.
Tom Mack blocks Jim Nettles, 1968 NFL
Tom Mack out in front of running back Les Josephson as Jim Nettles of the Eagles bars the way.
Rams QB Zeke Bratkowski Sacked in 1962
Zeke Bratkowski spent 2½ rough seasons with the Rams in the early 1960s. Here he is after getting sacked by Alex Karras of the Lions.
Willie Anderson 1991 Los Angeles Rams Pro Set Football Card #550
His 4th year in the league represented here on this 1991 Pro Set card #550. Had 32 catches for 530 yardsand 1 touchdown.
Roger Staubach and Jim Youngblood on the 1979 Edition of Street & Smiths NFL Magazine Cover
The 1979 Street & Smith's NFL Magazine Edition with Roger Staubach and Jim Youngblood on the cover. Street and Smith's used different cover pictures for different marketing regions. Other issues of the same season also featured Jim Zorn and Terry Bradshaw.
1979 was also the year the Rams would make it all the way to Super Bowl XIV.
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.
John Brodie sacked by Deacon Jones and Carver Shannon
49ers quarterback John Brodie (#12) is wrapped up by rookie Carver Shannon (#47) and Deacon Jones (#75) of the Rams in 1962.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Merlin Olsen & Deacon Jones rushing Falcons QB Bob Berry
Rams lineman Merlin Olsen (#74) and Deacon Jones (#75) pour into the Falcons backfield forcing quarterback Bob Berry to flee. Falcon #33 is runningback Jim "Cannonball" Butler of Edwards Waters University of Jacksonville Florida.
Roman Gabriel, 1963 LA Rams
A first round pick of both the Rams and Raiders. North Carolina State star Roman Gabriel went to LA and stayed there 11 years. Credited with 79 wins he passed for 154 touchdowns and over 22,000 yards as a Ram.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Merlin Olsen sacks Saints quarterback Bobby Scott
Unable to escape the clutches of the Rams defense, Saints QB Bobby Scott goes down.
Diron Talbert and Coy Bacon, LA Rams
Ram defensive lineman Diron Talbert and Coy Bacon head for the sideline. Both men played 14 years in the NFL and were together in Los Angeles from 1968-1970. Bacon had 3 Pro Bowls, Talbert 1.
Deacon Jones & Merlin Olsen rush Bart Starr & Forrest Gregg
The Packers Bart Starr gets some heat from Rams Hall of Famers Deacon Jones and Merlin Olsen. Packer #75 is Forrest Gregg.
Roman Gabriel 1970 Topps Football Insert Poster #3
Coming off an All Pro season the previous year Topps included the Rams signal caller in their special 8x10 poster set that featured 24 of the NFL's and AFL's top stars.
Isiah Robertson
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Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Roman Gabriel hit by Ron Kostelnik
Rams QB Roman Gabriel hangs tough against the Packers and gets the pass off but not before he's belted by defensive tackle Ron Kostelnik. Also shown are Rams tackle Joe Scibelli (#71) and Packers defensive lineman (#74).
Jon Arnett
Deacon Jones, Rams hits Kent Nix of the Steelers high
Kent Nix of the Steelers gets hit by a high-flying Deacon Jone sin the late 1960s game between the Ram and Steelers.
Eric Dickerson
Eric Dickerson carries against the Atlanta Falcons in a 1986 contest. He had 73 yards and a 1-yard touchdown in this game.
Notice he isn't wearing his glasses in this game.
Dave Osborn stopped by the Rams Deacon Jones
Over the top goes the Vikings Dave Osborn as the Los Angeles Rams Defense led by Deacon Jones (#75) closes in to stop him.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Kermit Alexander Rams
Bobby Mitchell of the 1962 Washington Redskins
Redskins great Bobby Mitchell uses some fancy footwork in an effort to escape the clutches of Rams defender Alvin Hall (#46) while Hall narrowly eludes getting blocked by Redskins lineman Fran O'Brien. Mitchell joined the Redskins in 1962 where the Skins moved him to receiver. Mitchell led the NFL in both Receptions (72) and Receiving Yards (1384). He also had 11 touchdown catches.
Billy Wade 1957 Los Angeles Ram Topps NFL Football Trading #34
Rams quarterback Billy Wade and his 1957 Topps card.
Lawrence McCutcheon LA Rams
Dan "Deacon" Towler & Elroy Hirsch of the LA Rams
Dan Towler picks up yards behind Elroy Hirsh in the 1951 NFL Championship game against the Cleveland Browns. Towler ended up scoring a touchdown in the 24-17 upset of the powerhouse Browns.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Isiah Robertson
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John Brockington carries against the Rams in 1971 with Dick Himes blocking
Rookie John Brockington picks up yardage against the Rams defense in 1971. #72 is Packer tackle Dick Himes of Ohio State and it looks like Donny Anderson at the right.
Jackie Slater of the Los Angeles Rams
Roman Gabriel
First Round draft pick of the Los Angeles Rams in 1962 where he quarterback for 11 years. Passed for 22,223 yards and 154 touchdowns.
Tommy Nobis in 1973, Falcons vs Rams
Falcons great Tommy Nobis appears to have the upper hand in this engagement against an LA Rams offensive lineman in 1973. Also pictured is longtime Falcons defensive lineman Mike Lewis (#69).
Kermit Alexander Rams 1970-1971
A former 1st round draft pick from UCLA he spent 2 seasons with the Los Angeles Rams
Flipper Anderson
Tom Mack
His 184 games played is #3 on the Rams All-Time Franchise List of Most Consceutive Games Played in a career.
Merlin Olsen Rushing John Brodie
Roman Gabriel
First Round draft pick of the Los Angeles Rams in 1962 where he quarterback for 11 years. Passed for 22,223 yards and 154 touchdowns.
Rams Linebacker Maxie Baughan
Joe Schmidt & Darris Mccord - Detroit Lions Defense Blocks LA Rams Danny Villaneva's Kick in 1961
Rams and Lions, we think from 1961. Joe Schmidt and Darris McCord can be seen as the Lions defense blocks a Danny Villanueva kick. The Lions won this one by a score of 14-13. The other Rams here, if it is from 1961 are rookie Joe Scibelli (#71), vet Frank Varrichione (#70) and Lamar Lundy (#85). The other Lions here closing in could be Yale Lary at the far left, Alex Karras on Schmidt's right, and linebacker Max Messner & Night Train Lane diving in front of Villanueva.
Jon Arnett
Jack Youngblood 1980 Topps Card with the NFL Quarterback Sack Leaders from the 1979 Season
Defensive lineman Jack Youngblood of the Rams & Al Baker of the Lions led the NFC with 16 sacks each in 1979. They are featured here on this Topps 1980 card along with AFC leading sack specialist Jesse Baker of the Oilers who had 15½ sacks.
Steve van Buren in the 1949 NFL Championship Game against the Rams
Eagles great Steve van Buren set a playoff record when he rushed for 196 yards against the Rams in the 1949 NFL Championship. He was also the league's top rusher & touchdown scorer with 1146 yards and 12 touchdowns.
Harold Jackson
Coy Bacon, Deacon Jones and the LA Defense Stop Joe Kapp in the 1969 NFL Playoffs
Center Mick Tinglehoff can't keep Coy Bacon, Deacon Jones and other Ram defenders off quarterback Joe Kapp here in the opening round of the 1969 NFL playoffs. While he was sacked twice and threw 2 interceptions, Kapp directed the Vikings offense a game-winning drive scoring the go-ahead touchdown himself in the 4th quarter on a 2-yard run.
Harold Jackson of the Rams makes a catch in 1973
The Rams Harold Jackson makes a catch. In his 16-year career Jackson had 579 catches and 76 touchdown catches.
Brothers Merlin & Phil Olsen of the LA Rams
One of the many brother-tandems of the NFL. Hall of Fame defensive tackle Merlin Olsen shown here with his brother, Phil Olsen of Utah State. Phil, 8 years younger, was a 1st-round pick of Boston but signed with the Rams and played 4 seasons in LA. He also spent 2 years on Denver.
Ray Nitschke gets to Rams Quarterback Roman Gabriel
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Chuck Foreman catch vs Rams in 1974
Vikings great Chuck Foreman could be as effective catching the ball as as he was running it. In 1974 he rushed for 777 yards while catching 53 passes for another 586 yards. His 15 Total Touchdowns were the best in the NFL that year. Here he makes a catch against Ken Geddes of the Rams.
Les Josephson behind lineman Joe Scibelli | 1973 LA Rams
Ram veterans Les Josephson (#34) and Joe Scibelli (#71) shown here in around 1973. By this time Scibelli had been playing 13 seasons, Josephson 10.
Zeke Bratkowski Autograph
Considered to be one of the NFL's most reliable backup quarterbacks, 15-year veteran Zeke Bratkowski.
Roger Staubach under pressure from Jack Youngblood
Hall of Fame quarterback Roger Staubach of the Dallas Cowboys scrambles away from Ram defensive end Jack Youngblood
Deacon Jones
Maxie Baughan, Myron Pottios and Ed Meador of the LA Rams
His time with the Los Angeles Rams was well spent. In contrast with his days at Pittsburgh, the Rams fielded a much more successful franchise that enjoyed a winning season every year he was there as well as one of the top defenses in the NFL at the time. Here, along with team mates Maxie Baughan (#55) and Ed Meador (#21) Redskins receiver Jerry Smith is rudely brought down after a catch.
Bart Starr, Donny Anderson and Jerry Kramer of the Packers with Merlin Olsen of the Rams
Some Old School 1960s era action. Hall of Famer Merlin Olsen of the Rams takes on another Hall of Famer in Packers guard Jerry Kramer as legend Bart Starr turns to hand off to Donny Anderson.
Deacon Jones
Fran Tarkenton, Vikings with Merlin Olsen of the Rams during the 1976 NFC Playoffs
In 1976 the Minnesota Vikings beat the LA Rams to take the NFC Title to go to their 4th Super Bowl. Here Vikings quarterback Fran Tarkenton gets set to handoff as Rams Hall of Fame defensive tackle looms large in the background.
Jack Youngblood 1976 Topps Wonder Bread All Stars Football Card
From 1976 when he was selected to the Pro Bowl and named All Pro.
Duane Putnam
Jim Marshall, Vikings rushing John Hadl of the Rams
Jim Marshall gets around a Rams lineman (Charlie Cowan?) to put a little heat on quarterback John Hadl.
Jon Arnett gets away from Doug Atkins
Jon Arnett of the LA Rams give big Doug Atkins of the Chicago Bears the slip and wastes no time heading upfield.
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).
Joe Scibelli
One of the NFLs unsung heros during his 15 years as an LA Ram. An American International College attendee, he was drafted in the 10th round by both the Rams and the New York Titans in 1961. His 202 games played still ranks #4 on the Rams All-Time Games Played List. 5 times selected as the Rams Outstanding Offensive lineman of the year by the teams Alumni Association. A Pro Bowl player in 1968 and 2nd Team All Pro selection in 1973.
He passed away in 1991 from cancer. Remembered by many team mates as one of the most likeable players they ever knew.
Jon Arnett
Jon Arnett
Former first round pick of the Rams in 1957. By the time he left the NFL in 1966 he had racked up over 10,000 All Purpose yards.
Lawrence McCutcheon of the Rams
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Jack Pardee Rams Linebacker
Ram Linebacker Jack Pardee returns an interception in classic NFL action. Pardee was a solid contributor to the dominating Rams defense of the 1960s. In his 13 years with Los Angeles he hauled in 17 interceptions with 4 of those going for touchdowns. He is also credited with 14 fumble recoveries during his time with the Rams. He was named to the Pro Bowl in 1963.
Los Angeles Rams Defensive Hall of Famer Deacon Jones
Unofficially, he is credited with 173.5 sacks. That would rank him #3 among All-Time defensive players.
Lawrence McCutcheon NFL
Squeezing through the Redskins defensive line.
Jack Youngblood Dave Elmendorph Los Angeles Rams
Early 1970's NFL action. Dave Elmendorh and Jack Youngblood of those great Rams defenses of the past bring a run by the Saints Bob Greshem to an abrupt end.
Merlin Olsen Rams, Jim Taylor Saints, 1967 NFL
Saints fullback Jim Taylor powers over behind center Joe Wendryhoski in 1967 season opener at Tulane Stadium. After 9 seasons in Green Bay Taylor joined the expansion Saints in 1967. His offensive line was clearly not of the calibre he was used to to Green Bay as he only managed 390 yards and 2 touchdowns. That's Ram Hall of Famer Merlin Olsen at the left.
Deacon Jones
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
LA Rams Returner Leroy Irvin
Named to the Pro Football Reference 2nd team All-1980s Team, Made the Pro Bowl as a Punt Returner in 1981 and as a Defensive Back in 1986.
In 1981 he led the league with 615 Punt Return Yards, 3 Punt Return Touchdowns and a 13.4 Average-per-Return.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Roman Gabriel
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.
Hugh McElhenny carries against Rams.
Deacon Jones LA Rams 1961-1973
Deacon Jones LA Rams 1961-1974
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.
Eric Dickerson 1986 NFL Offensive Player of the Year
The 1986 NFL Offensive Player of the Year he rushed for 1821 yards. His 404 carries that year still ranks #4 in league history.
Bob Brown 1970 Topps Football Insert Poster #24
The Hall of Fame Tackle on his 1970 Topps 8" X 10" Poster.
Lawrence McCutcheon Los Angeles Rams
Deacon Jones
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Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Deacon Jones stops pass attempt of Lions Milt Plum
This pass play doesn't look like it's going anywhere as Rams Hall of Fame defensive lineman Deacon Jones (#75) leads the charge against Lions quarterback Milt Plum (#16). Fullback Tom Nowatzke (#35) can do little more than hope for the best.
Drawing of Deacon Jones in the 1965 Edition of Pro Football Almanac
A drawing of the great Ram defensive lineman Deacon Jones taken from the sports publication Pro Football Almanac in 1965.
Harold Jackson Los Angeles Rams 1973-1977
Played with Los Angeles from 1973 to 1977 and earned 3 Pro Bowl appearances. Had 200 catches as a Ram with 3591 yards (an 18.0 average yards per catch) and 36 touchdowns.
Lawrence McCutcheon has 115 yards rushing against the Saints in 1973
Rams running back Lawrence McCutcheon (#30) carries against the Saints as linebacker Joe Federspiel (#58) moves in stop his progress. McCutcheon ended up with 115 yards and touchdown catch during this 1973 Ram victory. He also went on to finish the year with 1097 yards on the ground.
Roman Gabriel
First Round draft pick of the Los Angeles Rams in 1962 where he quarterback for 11 years. Passed for 22,223 yards and 154 touchdowns.
Leroy Irvin
Played a total of 11 years in the NFL - 10 with the Rams - making the All Pro Team twice in his career. Finished with 35 interceptions and 6 touchdowns scored on defense (5 interception returns and 1 fumble returned for a score). Was also very active a a punt returner during the early part of his career scoring 4 touchdowns and averaging almost 10 yards 147 returns.
Henry Jordan Pressures Roman Gabriel, Rams - Packers
Roman Gabriel has to do some fancy footwork to get away from Packer Henry Jordan as Jordan gets around the block of Ram offensive lineman Charlie Cowan.
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.
Coy Bacon, Rams 1968-1972
14-year veteran spent his first 5 seasons with the Rams. Unofficially credited with 41 sacks in LA made the Pro Bowl in 1972.
Tom Newberry
2nd-round draft pick out of University of Wisconsin - LA Crosse in 1986. Played 10 seasons as an offensive guard and made the Pro Bowl twice.
Tom Fears
Named to the NFL 1950s Al-Decade Team he lead the NFL in receiving 3 straight seasons setting new records twice. Set the record for Most Catches in a Game in 1950 when he had 18 catches against Green Bay. That record stood until the 2000 season. In the 1950 Divisional Playoff Round against the Chicago Bears he caught 7 passes for 198 yards and 3 touchdowns. The next week in the Championship game loss to the Cleveland Browns he had 9 catches for 136 yards.
Tom Fears 1956 Los Angeles Rams Topps Card #42
From his last season of a 9-year career. Unfortunately a pre-season injury slowed him down to the point he had but 5 catches. Retired before the season ended but stayed on as an assistant coach with the Rams.
Tom Mack 1972 Los Angeles Rams Topps Football Card #337
His 1972 Topps card. This was his 7th year in the league and his 6th consecutive Pro Bowl appearence.
Bob Berry under pressure of Deacon Jones
Two of the better known members of the "Fearsome Foursome" Deacon Jones and Merlin Olsen put the heat on Atlanta Falcons Quarterback Bob Berry.
Jon Arnett, Rams Return Man
Rams speedster Jon Arnett carries against the Eagles in 1957. When Arnett retired from the NFL in 1966 he was #9 for Career All Purpose Yards with 10,214.
LA Rams Deacon Jones and Jack Pardee
Another view of 2 of the players that made that Rams defense of the 1960s so formidable.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Roman Gabriel Los Angeles Rams NFL Quarterback
Still ranks in the Top 3 for just about every All Time passing category list in Rams franchise history - including wins. He's #1 with 74 victories.
Roman Gabriel with Dick Bass LA Rams, 1960s NFL
NFL in the 1960s decade - With a determined Dick Bass at his side, Rams quarterback Roman Gabriel stands defiantly in the pocket.
Rams Wide Receiver Harold Jackson in 1973
The Rams leading pass catcher in 1973 - 40 catches, 874 yards, 21.9 YPC and 13 touchdowns.
Eric Dickerson
One of the most prolific runners in the 1980s era. The #2 overall player taken in the 1983 draft from SMU by the Los Angeles Rams. Played there until 1987 rushing for 7245 yards and scoring 56 rushing touchdowns with them.
The Rams Merlin Olsen and Joe Scibelli
Two longtime greats of Los Angeles Rams history - Merlin Olsen (#74) and Joe Scebelli (#71)
Joe Namath LA Rams
His last season in football as a Ram in 1977
Rams QB Roman Gabriel
Rams quarterback from 1962 to 1972.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Roman Gabriel, Rams vs Packers in 1967
The Packers Robert Brown (#78) won't get to Rams Quarterback Roman Gabriel (#18) as he gets this pass off in the 1967 Rams-Packers showdown late in the season. Roman had a big game with 3 touchdown passes as the Rams outlasted the Pack in a 27-24 win keeping their playoff hopes for 1967 alive.
Johnny Unitas is sacked by Merlin Olsen & Rosey Grier
Down goes Colts quarterback Johnny Unitas (#19) under the weight of Rams lineman Merlin Olsen (#74) and Rosey Grier (#76)
Roman Gabriel Passes To Les Josephson during the 1968 NFL Pro Bowl Game
From the 1968 NFL Pro Bowl game played in January of 1968 at the Los Angeles Coliseum. Roman Gabriel throws to Rams team mate Les Josephson. 1967 was Josephson's sole Pro Bowl season while it was Gabriel's first of 4 in his career.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Jim "Cannonball" Butler vs the Rams Coy Bacon & Deacon Jones in 1969
The Falcons leading rusher of 1969 - Jim "Cannonball" Butler slips past the Rams Coy Bacon and Deacon Jones for a gain.
Zeke Bratkowski 1962 Los Angeles Rams Topps NFL Football Trading Card #77
Rams quarterback Zeke Bratkowski and his 1962 Topps card. Started 9 games passing for 1541 yards and 9 TDs.
Tom Mack Rams
Allan Page Shuts Down Rams Tom Mack & John Hadl in 1973
Hall of Fame defensive tackle Allan Page shuts the play down by standing up Tom Mack, stuffing Larry Smith and knocking the ball from John Hadl all at the same time during the 1973 week 7 showdown between Minnesota and Los Angeles. Both teams came in unbeaten at 6-0 and it would be the Vikings that would emerge victorious by the score of 10-9.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Eric Dickerson of the Rams and Randy White of the Cowboys
Rams Hall of Fame runner Eric Dickerson (#29) sets a new NFL record for rushing yards in a playoff game. In the 1985 season NFC Divisional Playoffs he rushed for 248 yards against the Dallas Cowboys. He also scored 2 touchdowns in the 20-0 Los Angeles win. Also seen is Cowboys great Randy White (#54).
Eric Dickerson
As a Ram he set a new Rookie Rushing record with 1808 yards in 1983 and an NFL Rushing record in 1984 with 2105 yards.
Carroll Dale
Rams QB Joe Namath
His 13th and final season.
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.
Isiah Robertson LA Rams
Isiah Robertson Linebacker, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1978
Floyd Little runs through the Rams Defense in 1972
Broncos runner Floyd Little is surrounded by the Rams Defense in 1972. The Broncos pulled out a 16-10 win over Los Angeles as Little had 79 rushing yards. Ram defenders pictured are linebacker Isiah Robertson (#58), defensive end Jack Youngblood (#85) & cornerback Gene Howard (#21).
Bart Starr is going down under a Roger Brown rush in 1968
Roger of the Rams about to bring down Bart Starr of the Packers - we think this picture is from 1968.
LA Ram Hall of Fame Receivers Elroy Hirsch and Tom Fears
2 Hall of Fame receivers from the high-powered offense that was the early 1950s Rams. Both members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame 1950s All-Decade Team.
Tom Newberry 1989 All Pro Team Topps Card #123
All Pro in 1988 - Tom New Berry of the Rams listed in the 1989 Topps set.
Lawrence McCutcheon carries against the Saints in 1974
Rams leading rusher in 1974 carries against the Saints. That looks like Saints Elex Price (#75) to the left and fullback Jim Bertelsen (#45) on the ground.
The Rams Merlin Olsen
15 seasons, 14 Pro Bowls, 5 All Pro selections
Les Josephson - Joe Scibelli
Against the Eagles - Joe Scibelli and Les Josephson - both Pro Bowlers during their careers with the Rams
Tom Fears 1955 Los Angeles Rams Bowman Football Card
His 1955 Bowman Card. It was his 8th year in the league and while his numbers may have appeared modest compared to previous seasons he still led the Rams in receiving as well as ranking #3 in the NFL for catches. His totals for the season were 44 catches, 569 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Flipper Anderson
A second-round draft pick from UCLA in 1988 he played receiver for the Rams from 1988-1994. Best know for his record setting 15-catch, 336-yard game against the "Dome Patrol" New Orleans Saints defense in 1989. His career stats as a Ram - 259 catches, 5246 yards, a 20.3 YPC average and 26 touchdowns.
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).
Joe Scibelli 1974 Topps Card
Deacon Jones
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Roman Gabriel & Joe Carollo of the Rams with Matt Hazeltine of the 49ers in 1964
In 1964 Rams QB Roman Gabriel (#18) was making a name for himself as one of the strongest quarterbacks in the NFL. Here Rams lineman Joe Carollo (#63) works to keep 49ers away while longtime San Francisco linebacker Matt Hazeltine (#55)e moves in.
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Deacon Jones
The Rams defense closes in on Colts quarterback Johnny Unitas
Tom Mack leads Willie Ellison - 1971 LA Rams
Ram lineman Tom Mack out in front of running back Willie Ellison. In 1971 both player made the Pro Bowl and Ellison tallied up an even 1000 yard rushing for Los Angeles.
Bill George, LA Rams Linebacker
After 14 seasons in Chicago Bill George joined the LA Rams for 1 season in 1966.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Bob Brown Rams Offensive Tackle of 1969 & 1970
Spent 1969 & 1970 with the Rams after being traded from the Eagles. Made All Pro both years.
Eric Dickerson
One of the most prolific runners in the 1980s era. The #2 overall player taken in the 1983 draft from SMU by the Los Angeles Rams. Played there until 1987 rushing for 7245 yards and scoring 56 rushing touchdowns with them.
Tony Guillory blocks a Donny Anderson Punt, 1967 Rams & Packers
Rams defenders Jack Pardee (#32) & Deacon Jones (#75) pour through as reserve linebacker Tony Guillory (#88) blocks a Donny Anderson (#44) punt in week 13 of the 1967 NFL season.
The block helped set-up a 5-yard Roman Gabriel-to-Bernie Casey go-ahead touchdown as the Rams downed the Pack 27-24. The win kept a 7-game winning streak alive that would turn into a 1967 Coastal Division Title for Los Angeles.
Leroy Irvin Punt Return Touchdown - 1981 against Atlanta
With the football raised in triumph as he trots into the end zone, Irvin scores 1 of his 2 touchdowns against the Atlanta Falcons on October 11, 1981. The Rams won the shoot-out that game 37-35 due in no small part to his punt return touchdowns of 75 and 84 yards on the day.
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Jon Arnett 1959 Los Angeles Rams Tops Football Card
Jon Arnett on his 1959 Tops Football Card. His 3rd year in the NFL he was selected to the Pro Bowl as a Defensive Back.
Myron Pottios LA Rams 1966-1970
The Redskins Chris Hanburger in pursuit of Rams Lawrence McCutcheon
The Redskins Chris Hanburger (#55) grabs a handful of Lawrence McCutcheon (#30)
Tom Mack Rams Hall of Fame Offensive Lineman
Out of Michigan State he was the Rams 1st round pick of 1966. Played 13 seasons, all with Los Angeles and started 176 games. Selected to the Pro Bowl 11 times. Made 1st-Team All-Pro in 1969. Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1999.
Merlin Olsen Rams Defensive Tackle
Rams Linebacker Maxie Baughan
Walter Payton Carries Against Rams
Gaining yards against the Rams.
Roman Gabriel under pressure from Carl Eller as Bob Brown & Les Josephson Block
Rams and Vikings clash! LA quarterback Roman Gabriel gets protection as Bob Brown and Les Josephson keep Vikings defender Carl Eller away.
Tom Newberry 1990 Los Angeles Rams Fleer NFL Football Trading Card #43
Started 15 games for the Rama in 1990.
Cedrick Hardman of the San Francisco 49ers & Lawrence McCutcheon of the LA Rams
Lawrence McCutcheon of the LA Rams tries to reverse field against 49ers great Cedrick Hardman.
Jackie Slater
Ram Merlin Olsen closes in on Tom Woodeshick of the Eagles in 1969
Ram Hall of Fame defensive tackle Merlin Olsen closes in on the Eagles Tom Woodeshick around 1969.
Deacon Jones and Lamar Lundy bring down the Giants Ernie Koy
Rams-Giants 1966. Deacon Jones (#75) and Lamar Lundy (#85) gang-up on Giants runner Ernie Koy (#23). The Rams defense racked up 7 sacks in a 55-14 blowout this game.
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).
Coy Bacon, Defensive Lineman, 1968-1981
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Dan Fouts, Russ Washington of the Chargers and Jack Youngblood of the Rams in 1975
Dan Fouts (#14) gets behind the blocking of tackle Russ Washington (#70) as Ram defender Jack Youngblood (#85) powers in. From the 1975 contest between LA and San Diego, the Rams would pull out a 13-10 overtime win.
Les Horvath of the Rams defends against Pete Pihos of the Eagles
1940s NFL action - Eagles Hall of Famer Pete Pihos (#35) gets the best of the Rams Les Horvath (#12). After over 65 years, Pihos still ranks #7 on the Eagles All-Time Receptions List with 373 catches and #3 on the franchise's All-Time Touchdown Catches List. Horvath has the distinction of being the first Heisman Trophy Award winner from Ohio State way back in 1944.
Jon Arnett, Los Angeles Rams 1957-1963
Merlin Olsen Rushing Dennis Shaw
Bills Quarterback Dennis Shaw backpedals frantically to escape the oncoming rush of Rams defender Merlin Olsen. All-in-all Olsen is credited "unofficially" with 91 sacks in his 15 year career.
LA Rams Linebacker Myron Pottios 1966-1970
Johnny Unitas passing over Lamar Lundy and Lou Michaels - 1960 Colts vs Rams
NFL showdown between the Colts and Rams in 1960. Johnny Unitas gets the pass away while under some pressure from the Rams Lamar Lundy and Lou Michaels. Hall of Famer Jim Parker is seen blocking Lundy. The other Colts are #60, George Preas and veteran Art Spinny, #63.
Harold Jackson
LA Rams Receiver 1973-1977
Hall of Fame Rams Defender Deacon Jones
Carroll Dale
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Rams Star Jon Arnett in the early 1961s
In 7 seasons with the Rams he ended up with 4803 total yards & 27 touchdowns before he left in 1964.
Chris Chandler
Rams QB Roman Gabriel gets the Pass Away as the Bears Stan Jones applies pressure
Rams - Bears clash in the early 1960s. Roman Gabriel (#18) gets the pass off while Bears Hall of Famer Stan Jones (#78) applies pressure from the right. Other Rams pictured are Charlie Cowan (#73), Joe Wendryhoski (#54), Ben Wilson (#36) and Frank Varrichione (#70).
Tom Newberry Rams 1986
A rookie in 1986 Newberry made the All-Pro team in 1988 and 1989. He played a total of 10 seasons in the NFL.
Jack Youngblood sacks Bobby Douglass, 1976
Rams great Jack Youngblood closes in on Saints quarterback Bobby Douglass, from 1976 maybe. while he played the vast majority of his career before sacks were officially recorded, it's believed he would have 151½ sacks to his credit. That would put him #6 on the NFL's All-Time Sack Leaders List.
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.
Diron Talbert rushing Joe Kapp in the 1969 NFL Playoffs
Diron Talbert gets around Grady Alderman in his attempt to reach Vikings quarterback Joe Kapp during the 1969 Vikings/Rams playoff game. The Vikes would win 23-20 and eventually go on to play the Chiefs in Super Bowl IV. Could the Ram behind Kapp be Deacon Jones?
Joe Scibelli
One of the NFLs unsung heros during his 15 years as an LA Ram. An American International College attendee, he was drafted in the 10th round by both the Rams and the New York Titans in 1961. His 202 games played still ranks #4 on the Rams All-Time Games Played List. 5 times selected as the Rams Outstanding Offensive lineman of the year by the teams Alumni Association. A Pro Bowl player in 1968 and 2nd Team All Pro selection in 1973.
He passed away in 1991 from cancer. Remembered by many team mates as one of the most likeable players they ever knew.
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Roman Gabriel 1969 LA Rams Quarterback
An All Pro in 1969 Roman Gabriel led the NFL in touchdown passes - 24, while only throwing 7 interceptions
Rams Head Coach George Allen with Roman Gabriel
Maxie Baughan 1968 Los Angeles Rams Topps NFL Football Trading Card #210
Rams linebacker Maxie Baughan on his 1968 Topps card. A Pro Bowler in 1968 he was the defensive captain of Rams squad that set an NFL record of just 3118 yards given up. He had 63 solo tackles and 4 interceptions.
Danny Abramowicz, Saints and Jim Nettles, Rams battle for the football
The Saints Danny Abramowicz with Jim Nettles of the Rams defending. Abramowicz rose from obscurity to become one of the league's top receivers. He led the NFL in catches in 1969 and was the Saints leading receiver 6 of the 7 years he was in New Orleans.
Tom Mack & Charlie Cowan block for Rams back Tony Baker in 1973
Rams, 1973. Fullback Tony Baker (#35) gets behind the blocking of Charlie Cowan (#73) & Tom Mack (#65). In 1973 the Rams boasted the NFL's #1 overall offense as well as the #2 best in team rushing yardage.
Joe Scibelli
One of the NFLs unsung heros during his 15 years as an LA Ram. An American International College attendee, he was drafted in the 10th round by both the Rams and the New York Titans in 1961. His 202 games played still ranks #4 on the Rams All-Time Games Played List. 5 times selected as the Rams Outstanding Offensive lineman of the year by the teams Alumni Association. A Pro Bowl player in 1968 and 2nd Team All Pro selection in 1973.
He passed away in 1991 from cancer. Remembered by many team mates as one of the most likeable players they ever knew.
Dan Towler Rams
Battering ram of the 1950s.
Deacon Jones
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YA Tittle drops back to pass | 1961 New York Giants Offense
Giants quarterback YA Tittle drops back to pass behind his offense in 1961. #29 is Alex Webster, #35, Bob Gaiters, #53, Greg Larson (#53), center Ray Wietecha, #55 & the on-coming Ram is rookie Deacon Jones (#75).
Brett Favre rushed by Rams Kevin Carter
Ollie Matson and Jon Arnett with the 1961 Los Angeles Rams
Pictured here with future Hall of Famer Ollie Matson the shifty Rams runner carries outside. A Pro-Bowler in 1961 he gained 609 yards and scored 4 touchdowns.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Rosey Grier and Merlin Olsen of the LA Ram Defense
Half of the Fearsome Foursome of the LA Rams defense of the mid-1960s - Rosey Grier (#76) & Merlin Olsen (#74). Olsen was a 1st round pick out of Utah state in 1962 and Grier joined the Rams in 1963 after 7 seasons in New York. They were together until 1966.
LA Rams Guard Joe Scibelli
Nice promotional picture of Joe Scibelli, the 15-year veteran offensive lineman who played for the Los Angeles Rams. He died from cancer in 1991.
Rams Runner Eric Dickerson
The NFL's most yards rushing in a single season record holder. 2105 yards rushing in 1984.
Leo Nomellini Tackles Dan Towler | 1950 49ers versus Rams
Classic image of 2 NFL Greats pictured as Rookies in 1950. Leo Nomellini of Minnesota University, 1st-round draft pick of the San Francisco 49ers wraps up 25th-round Los Angeles Rams pick Dan Towler.
Nomellini played 14 seasons in San Francisco and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1969. Towler had a shorter NFL career, only 6 years, but even after almost 70 years still ranks as the Rams #7 All Time Career Leading Rusher.
Roger Staubach being chased by the Rams Phil Olsen
On the run again, this time with the Rams Phil Olsen (younger brother of Hall of Famer Merlin Olsen) in pursuit.
Tom Fears
Originally assigned as a Defensive Back when he left UCLA in 1947 the Rams coaching staff felt his ball-hawking skills were used at the receiving position. It turned out to be a wise decision as the led the NFL in receptions his first 3 years in the league. To this day, over 50 years later, he still ranks #6 on the All-Time Rams Career Catches (400) and Yards (5397) and #7 on All-Time Touchdown Catches (38).
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Drew Pearson 83 Yard Touchdown Catch vs Rams 1973 NFC Playoffs
Cowboys rookie Drew Pearson had 2 catches against the Rams in the 1973 NFC Divisional Playoff round - both touchdowns. Here he makes a 4th-quarter catch against defenders Monte Jackson and Steve Preece and turns it into an 83-yard score to give Dallas a 24-16 lead.
Willie Davis gets to Roman Gabriel
Ray Nitschke Pressures Roman Gabriel
Hall of Fame Linebacker Ray Nitschke applies pressure to Roman Gabriel
Joe Namath
Longtime QB Joe Namath spent his last season in the NFL with the Los Angeles Rams
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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.
Eric Dickerson
Deacon Jones, LA Rams Defensive End
Rams legend Deacon Jones. If sacks had been recorded before 1982, then Jones would rank #3 on the All Time Sack Leaders list with 173.5. He would have been the NFL leader 5 times in his career.
Tommy McDonald LA Rams
Tommy McDonald NFL Hall of Fame Wide Receiver
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?
1974 Leading Rusher of the NFC Lawrence McCutcheon
With 1109 he was the leading ground gainer in the NFC in 1974.
Flipper Anderson
Tom Matte, Colts Runs Past Deacon Jones, Rams in 1971
Colts runner Tom Matte slips past Deacon Jones and Jack Pardee of the Rams defense. After leading the Colts in rushing from 1967-1969, Matte bounced back from injuries in 1971 to the #2 rushing spot in Baltimore with 607 yards.
Isiah Robertson
Jon Arnett
Lawrence McCutcheon 1978 Topps Los Angeles Rams Checklist-Team Leaders of 1977
Lawrence McCutcheon on the 1978 Topps Los Angeles Rams Checklist that listed the Team Leaders of 1977. Rushed for 1238 yards while going to the Pro Bowl - the 5th of his career.
Roman Gabriel runs past Henry Davis of the Giants
Ram QB Roman Gabriel breaks out past the Giants Henry Davis in this late 60s clash between the Rams and Giants. In 11 seasons with Los Angeles Gabriel had 1146 rushing yards and 28 rushing touchdowns.
Jackie Slater LA Rams Offensive Tackle
Los Angeles Rams Quarterback Roman Gabriel
Jack Pardee and Deacon Jones Chase Colts QB Johnny Unitas
Baltimore Colts legend Johnny Unitas is forced to flee under the pressure of Los Angeles Ram defenders Jack Pardee (#32) and Deacon Jones (#75).
Jackie Slater 1990 LA Rams Fleer NFL Football Trading Card #45
1990 Fleer - Hall of Fame Jackie Slater was named to his 7th and final Pro Bowl.
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Hall of Famer Deacon Jones
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Lawrence McCutcheon vs the Falcons
The Rams runner dances around defenders of the NFC Western Division opponent Atlanta Falcons.
1969 Los Angeles Rams Defense on the Practice Field
Joe Namath
Tom Fears, Rams makes a catch against George McAfee of the Bears in 1950
1950 NFL action between the Bears and Rams - Tom Fears, All-Pro receiver for Los Angeles makes a catch against Bears legend George McAfee. In 1950 Fears led the NFL with a then record of 84 catches and 1116 yards.
Tom Mack, Rams Hall of Famer
11-time pro bowler for the Rams. NFL Hall of Fame inductee in 1999.
Bob Brown, Offensive Tackle LA Rams
Hall of Famer Bob Brown left Philadelphia after 5 seasons there and joined Los Angeles for 2 seasons making the NFL All Pro team both years.
Roman Gabriel, Rams & Carl Eller Vikings in the 1969 Playoffs
From the first round of the 1969 NFL playoffs. Ram Quarterback Roman Gabriel passes while the Vikings Carl Eller rushes in. Ram running back Les Josephson (#34) can be seen behind Gabriel blocking.
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.
Joe Scibelli - Les Josephson
The Rams offense at work in the late 1960s. Joe Scibelli along with other Ram offensive players leads the way for running back Les Josephson
Vikings Running Back Tommy Mason carries against Deacon Jones, Lamar Lundy & Dan Currie of the Rams
Vikings ball carrier Tommy Mason works to get outside of that great Rams defense of the 1960s decade led by lineman Lamar Lundy (#85) and Deacon Jones (#75). #58 is former Packer linebacker Dan Currie. As of the 2022 NFL season Mason still ranks #9 among Vikings All Time Leading Runners.
Deacon Jones
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Rams Linebacker Myron Pottios
Joe Scibelli Jersey
Jersey of the long-time offensive lineman of the Los Angeles Rams.
Flipper Anderson
Jackie Slater
Charley Taylor makes a catch against Charlie Stukes of the Rams
Getting behind Charlie Stukes of the Rams
Flipper Anderson
Tom Fears
Tom Newberry 1992 Los Angeles Rams Pro Set Football Card #222
Featured here on his 1992 Pro Set Card the former All Pro was entering his 7th year in the NFL. Started all 16 games.
Ram QB Roman Gabriel & Ronald Reagan with a Young Rams Fan
Shown here with Ronald Reagan the Rams quarterback takes a minute to show a young Rams fan some passing pointers.
Jackie Slater 1988 Los Angeles Rams Topps NFL Football Trading Card #295
1988 - his 13 year in the NFL. Started all 16 games making his 4th of 6 consecutive Pro Bowls.
Billy Kilmer Gets Pressure from Merlin Olsen | Saints-Rams 1967
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.
Merlin Olsen of the LA Rams
14-year NFL veteran went to 14 Pro Bowls and made 5 All Pro teams. Selected to the 1960s & 1970s All NFL Hall of Fame teams.
Harold Jackson 1976 Los Angeles Rams
The leading receiver on the Rams squad of 1976 with 39 catches.
Joe Scibelli
One of the NFLs unsung heros during his 15 years as an LA Ram. An American International College attendee, he was drafted in the 10th round by both the Rams and the New York Titans in 1961. His 202 games played still ranks #4 on the Rams All-Time Games Played List. 5 times selected as the Rams Outstanding Offensive lineman of the year by the teams Alumni Association. A Pro Bowl player in 1968 and 2nd Team All Pro selection in 1973.
He passed away in 1991 from cancer. Remembered by many team mates as one of the most likeable players they ever knew.
Eric Dickerson
One of the most prolific runners in the 1980s era. The #2 overall player taken in the 1983 draft from SMU by the Los Angeles Rams. Played there until 1987 rushing for 7245 yards and scoring 56 rushing touchdowns with them.
Joe Namath | Vince Ferragamo
Jack Youngblood 1979 Los Angeles Rams Topps Football Card #189
His 1979 Topps Card - Coming off an All Pro Year the previous season he made his 5th and final All-Pro team again in 79. Also made the Pro Bowl for the 7th time.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
1970 Deacon Jones Topps Trading Card
Los Angeles Rams Pass Rushing Legend Deacon Jones and his 1970 year series Topps Trading Card
Harold Jackson, Tom Mack, Charlie Cowan and James Harris | LA Rams 1970s
In the mid-1970s the Rams possessed one of the best offenses in the NFL. Here we see quarterback James Harris (#12), a Pro Bowler in 1974, connecting with All Pro receiver Harold Jackson (#29) as Pro Bowl lineman Tom Mack (#65) and Charlie Cowan (#73) pull out to lead.
Lawrence McCutcheon vs Saints
In his 10 seasons in the NFL some of the best games of his career came against the dismal New Orleans Saints of the 1970s. His career best was 152 yards against them in 1973 and all-in-all he rushed for 966 total yards in 12 games.
Ray Nitschke stops Les Josephson
Packers linebacker Ray Nitschke, with the help of Bob Jeter, stops Ram runner Les Josephson. The other Rams here are receiver Bernie Casey (#25) and guard Tom Mack (#65.
Rams Olineman Joe Scibelli 1961-1975
15 year Veteran Offensive Lineman for the Rams from 1961 to 1975.
Isiah Robertson
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Joe Scibelli leads the way for Willie Ellison - 1971 LA Rams
Rams guard Joe Scibelli (#71) led the way for running back Willie Ellison (#33) in 1971. Scibelli played 15 seasons and started 193 games for the Rams. Packer #43 is defensive back Doug Hart.
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.
Harold Jackson - LA Rams
Los Angeles/St Louis Rams Most Yards Passing in a Career
Jackie Slater
John Brodie sacked by Roger Brown and Diron Talbert
49ers quarterback John Brodie is brought by an intense LA Rams rush brought on by Roger Brown and Diron Talbert.
Jack Pardee Los Angeles Rams Linebacker
As a member of one of the NFL's greatest defensive units Jack Pardee played 13 years with the Los Angeles Rams. A 2nd round draft pick from Texas A&M in 1957, he made the All-Pro team in 1963.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Lawrence McCutcheon carries against Tommy Nobis and the Atlanta Falcons in 1973
Second year man Lawrence McCutcheon got his chance to play in 1973 and turned in a incredible year for the Rams, 1097 rushing yards while averaging over 5 yards a carry. Made the Pro Bowl Second Team. Here he carries against the Falcons - Tommy Nobis and Tom Hayes are on either side of him.
Roman Gabriel
First Round draft pick of the Los Angeles Rams in 1962 where he quarterback for 11 years. Passed for 22,223 yards and 154 touchdowns.
Rams Player 1962-1972 Roman Gabriel
Still the All-Time Career Passing leader for the Rams franchise with 154 touchdown passes.
Alan Page Rushing Pat Haden of the Rams
Alan Page of the Vikings puts pressure on Rams quarterback Pat Haden
Zeke Bratkowski and Bob Waterfield, Rams Sidelines in 1961
Zeke Bratkowski spent 2½ rough yeras with a struggling LA Rams team in 1961 through part of the 1963 seasons. Here he is with head coach Bob Waterfield
Chris Chandler
Jack Youngblood Roger Staubach
Los Angeles Rams defensive end Jack youngblood subjects Roger Staubach, quarterback of the Dallas Cowboys to an intense pass rush.
Roman Gabriel
First Round draft pick of the Los Angeles Rams in 1962 where he quarterback for 11 years. Passed for 22,223 yards and 154 touchdowns.
Roman Gabriel
First Round draft pick of the Los Angeles Rams in 1962 where he quarterback for 11 years. Passed for 22,223 yards and 154 touchdowns.
Eric Dickerson
One of the most prolific runners in the 1980s era. The #2 overall player taken in the 1983 draft from SMU by the Los Angeles Rams. Played there until 1987 rushing for 7245 yards and scoring 56 rushing touchdowns with them.
Billy Wade, Rams Quarterback 1954 to 1960
The 1st player selected by the Rams in the 1952 draft, he didn't join the team till 1954 due to military obligations. Played 7 seasons in Los Angeles and ended up with 8572 passing yards and 56 touchdown passes.
Isiah Robertson
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Merlin Olsen Triple-Teamed by Giants Offense
Rams Hall of Famer Merlin Olsen stacks up a full quarter of the NY Giants Offense.
Merlin Olsen, LA Rams Hall of Famer
LA Rams great Merlin Olsen stops a Falcon ball carrier. When Olsen retired in 1976 no player had as many Pro Bowl appearances as him. In his 15 year career he was chosen to 14 Pro Bowls.
1965 Game between Rams Browns
Action from the Rams and Browns match-up in 1965 played at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Willie Brown (#26) takes a handoff from Roman Gabriel (#18) as Offensive Guard Joe Scibelli (#71) gets out in front to block. Pro Bowler Bill Glass (#80) of the Browns looks on from the distance.
In 1965 the Browns were riding high to an Eastern Division Title, finishing the season with an 11-3 record. But one of those 3 losses was a 42-7 thrashing against these Rams pictured above. Roman Gabriel had a career day passing for 323 yards and 5 touchdowns while running for another.
Dick "Night Train" Lane
After 4 years in the Army he got a tryout with the Rams. In 1952, his rookie season, he led the NFL with 14 interceptions.
Roman Gabriel on a collision course with Ro Billingsley of the Chargers in 1970
6-foot 8-inch, 290-pound Ron Billingsley is set on a collision course with Ram quarterback Roman Gabriel in this 1970 Rams-Chargers showdown. The Rams won 37-10.
Rams Quarterback Zeke Bratkowski
In 1961 he was traded to the Los Angels Rams where he played for 2 years before being traded to the Packers in 1964.
Colts Johnny Unitas is Sacked by Deacon Jones
The great pass rusher of the Los Angeles Rams Deacon Jones gets to Baltimore Colts Hall of Fame Quarterback Johnny Unitas.
Ray Nitschke of the Packers against Joe Scibelli & Willie Ellison of the Rams in 1968
Ray Nitschke (#66) and the rest of the Packers defense stop Rams runner Willie Ellison (#33) in 1968 Rams-Packers action. Also appearing for Los Angeles are Pro Bowl lineman Joe Scibelli (#71) and running back Henry Dyer (#35).
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Archie Manning Under Pressure From Fred Dryer in 1977
Fred Dryer of the Rams forces Archie from the pocket in 1977
Isiah Robertson
Deacon Jones
Jon Arnett
Harold Jackson, 1974 LA Rams
Harold Jackson in 1974 - his second season with the Rams. Averaged 17.1 yards a catch on 30 catches (514 yards receiving) and 5 touchdown catches.
Roman Gabriel
First Round draft pick of the Los Angeles Rams in 1962 where he quarterback for 11 years. Passed for 22,223 yards and 154 touchdowns.
Eric Dickerson
One of the most prolific runners in the 1980s era. The #2 overall player taken in the 1983 draft from SMU by the Los Angeles Rams. Played there until 1987 rushing for 7245 yards and scoring 56 rushing touchdowns with them.
Carroll Dale, Rams Receiver 1960 to 1964
Before he was in Green Bay Carroll Dale was an up and coming receiver with the Rams. He's probably a rookie here in 1960 making a catch against an unknown Chicago Bear defender.
Joe Schmidt Sacks Frank Ryan
Lions Linebacker Joe Schmidt catches Rams quarterback Frank Ryan (#15) from behind as halfback Jon Arnett (#26) can do little more than watch.
Jim Brown gets 237 yards Rushing in 1957
Rams defender Jesse Whittenton (#44) unsuccessfully tries to stop rookie Jim Brown (#32) from reaching the endzone in this 1957 Rams-Browns clash. Brown set an NFL rushing record that day with 237 yards. He tied that record again in 1961 against the Eagles. It wasn't until 1971 that it would be broken.
David Deacon Jones, LA Rams
Unofficially credited with 173½ sacks in his 14-year NFL career. And again unofficially, had over 21 sacks in 3 different seasons - and those were 14-game seasons.
Isiah Robertson
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Carroll Dale Beats the Rams Clancy Williams
Packers receiver Carroll Dale gets behind Rams defender Clancy Williams (#24).
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Roman Gabriel sacked by John Zook and Claude Humphrey
Early 1970s Rams-Falcons. Atlanta lineman John Zook and Claude Humphrey close in and bring down Rams quarterback Roman Gabriel.
Leo Nomellini rushing Billy Wade
Old School NFL Showdown - Hall of Famer Leo Nomellini of the 49ers closes in on Ram quarterback Billy Wade. Ram #75 to the left is veteran lineman Bob Fry who played for the Rams and Cowboys.
Falcons Claude Humphrey closes in on the Rams Roman Gabriel in 1971
Falcon defensive lineman Claude Humphrey puts the heat on Rams quarterback Roman Gabriel in the early 1970s. In 1971 Gabriel had 17 touchdowns and 2238 passing yards while Humphrey unofficially had 13 sacks.
John Brodie, 49ers passes over Deacon Jones & Jack Pardee in 1968
49er Quarterback John Brodie gets set to throw over Ram defenders Deacon Jones and Jack Pardee in 1968. The 49er to the left is runningback Ken Willard.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
A Portrait of Linebacker Maxie Baughan
Portrait of Los Angeles Linebacker Great Maxie Baughan
Deacon Jones sacks Zeke Bratkowski
Rams Hall of Famer Deacon Jones wraps up Packers quarterback Zeke Bratkowski. Jones has unofficially been credited with 173½ sacks during his career, which would, again unofficially, put him #3 on the All-Time NFL Sack Leaders List.
Joe Scibelli | Rams Offensive Lineman
The long-time offensive lineman of the Los Angeles Rams, #71 - Joe Scibelli. Played 15 seasons and 204 games for the Rams earning both Pro Bowl and NFL All Pro Honors during his time.
Deacon Jones against the Raiders Bob Brown in 1971
1971 action - going up against Bob Brown, the Pro Bowl tackle of the Raiders.
Duane Putnam 1957 Los Angeles Rams Topps NFL Football Trading Card #87
1957, his 6th Year in the NFL - Named to the All Pro Team.
Deacon Jones
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Roman Gabriel, 24 TDs in 1969
Roman Gabriel of the Rams had the Most Touchdown Passes in 1969 - 24, as he led Los Angeles to 11 wins and a Coastal Division Title.
Isiah Robertson
Eric Dickerson of the Rams gets outside of the Bears Mike Richardson & Otis Wilson
Eric Dickerson (#29) of the Los Angeles Rams led the NFL in rushing with a rookie record 1808 yards in 1983. Th enext season he broke OJ Simpson's NFL single-season record with 2105 yards on the ground. Here he breaks outside of the Bear defenders Mike Richardson (#27) and Otis Wilson (#55). Rams QB Jeff Kemp (#9) is in the background.
Rosey Grier and Merlin Olsen of the LA Rams Defense
2 of the members of the Rams original Fearsome Foursome defense of the early 1960s. Rosey Grier (#76) & Merlin Olsen (#74). Grier was with the Rams from 1963 to 1966. Olsen was in Los Angeles his entire 15-year NFL career.
The Rams Jackie Slater Battles Leonard Marshall of the Giants
The Hall of Famer goes toe-to-toe with the Giants Leonard Marshall.
Roman Gabriel QB Rams NFL
After spending 11 seasons with the Los Angeles Rams Roman Gabriel was traded to the Philadelphia Eagles. The price the Eagles gave up was 2 1st-round draft picks and a 3rd round pick as well as fullback Tony Baker and All-Pro Receiver Harold Jackson.
LA Rams 1966 to 1970 Myron Pottios
Nolan Cromwell defends against Lynn Swann
Rams defender Nolan Cromwell breaks up a pass against Steelers receiver Lynn Swann
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Terry Bradshaw Drops Back to Pass in Super Bowl XIV
Dropping back to pass against the Rams in Super Bowl XIV behind a wall set up by his offensive line. Pictured for the Steelers are Jon Kolb (#55), Ted Petersen (#66), Mike Webster (#52) and Larry Brown (#79). Ram defenders Greg Brudzinski (#59) and Fred Dryer (#89) make a bee-line for Bradshaw. Franco Harris (#32) is at the lower right-hand corner.
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.
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Joe Scibelli | 1975 Topps Card
His Toppd trading card from 1975 - His 15th and final year in the NFL.
Maxie Baughan Los Angeles Rams Linebacker
Considered by many to be one of the NFLs great linebackers not in the Hall of Fame. Made the Pro Bowl 9 out of the 12 seasons he played. Briefly returned to football in 1974 as a player coach with the George Allen of the Washington Redskins.
Joe Scibelli 1972 Sunoco Football Card
Claude Humphrey of the Falcons wraps up Bob Klein, Rams in 1972
Falcons All Pro Defensive End Claude Humphrey wraps up Rams tight end Bob Klein around 1972.
Tom Mack leads for Dick Bass, LA Rams NFL
Rams Hall of Fame lineman Tom Mack (#65) gets out in front of running back Dick Bass (#22) against the Giants.
Kermit Alexander LA Rams Defensive Back
After 7 years with the 49ers he spent 1970 and 1971 with the Rams where he continued his solid play getting 7 picks and scoring 2 touchdowns on interception returns.
Roman Gabriel
First Round draft pick of the Los Angeles Rams in 1962 where he quarterback for 11 years. Passed for 22,223 yards and 154 touchdowns.
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Del Shofner, LA Rams Receiver in 1961
Started his NFL career with 4 seasons as an LA Ram. Made 2 All Pro Teams while in Los Angeles and led the NFL in receiving yards in 1958.
Isiah Robertson
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Jack Youngblood sacks Falcon Scott Hunter in 1976
Atlanta Falcon QB Scott Hunter finds himself in the clutches of Ram's Hall of Famer Jack Youngblood. In 1976 Youngblood is credited with 14½ sacks.
Isiah Robertson pressures Saints Quarterback Edd Hargett | 1971
Ram rookie Isiah Robertson of Southern puts the heat on Saints quarterback Edd Hargett during the 1971 NFL season. Starting 12 games and coming away with 4 interceptions Robertson earned Defensive Rookie of the Year as well a Pro Bowl Honors.
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
The Rams Roger Brown takes down Frank Ryan of the Cleveland Browns
Browns quarterback Frank Ryan gets forced out of the pocket by Big Roger Brown of the Rams in this late 1960s NFL action. #65 is Browns lineman John DeMaire and if you look to the left you'll catch Roman Gabriel on the sideline.
Deacon Jones with Merlin Olsen on the Rams Sideline
Two of the most dominating defensive players of their time. Deacon Jones (#75) and Merlin Olsen (#75). They accounted for 16 seasons, 359 games 22 Pro Bowls, 10 1st Team All Pro selections and 250 sacks between with the Los Angeles Rams.
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Joe Scibelli relaxes a bit during a game.
Maxie Baughan (#55) Rushing Bob Berry (#17)
Baughan was chosen to be the Rams defensive captain and was in charge of signal calling for the unit. He was selected for the Pro Bowl in each of his first four seasons with the Rams and was also named 1st Team All-Pro three times. After an injury-plagued 1970 season, in which he played in only 10 games, Baughan retired from the NFL. From 1972 to 1973, he was an assistant coach and defensive coordinator at Georgia Tech. In 1974, Allen, now the head coach of the Washington Redskins, talked Baughan into a brief return to the NFL as a player-coach for the Redskins. At the conclusion of that season, Baughan retired. He finished with 18 interceptions (including 1 returned for a touchdown) and 10 fumble recoveries in 147 games played. Thanks to Jordan Henderson for the above description.
Phil Olsen and Coy Bacon of the LA Rams
Phil Olsen (#72) and Coy Bacon (#79) of the LA Rams in the early 1970s.
Carroll Dale, Dick LeBeau and the 1962 LA Rams Schedule
From a 1963 Football Publication - the results of the Rams 1962 NFL season is super-imposed on an image of receiver Carroll Dale and the Lions Dick LeBeau battling for the football.
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Linebacker Tommy Nobis stops Bob Klein of the Rams in 1972
Falcons veteran linebacker Tommy Nobis makes Rams tight end Bob Klein pay for a reception in 1972 Rams/Falcons action. Other Falcons pictured are Tony Plummer (#35) and Ray Brown (#34).
Joe Scibelli
One of the NFLs unsung heros during his 15 years as an LA Ram. An American International College attendee, he was drafted in the 10th round by both the Rams and the New York Titans in 1961. His 202 games played still ranks #4 on the Rams All-Time Games Played List. 5 times selected as the Rams Outstanding Offensive lineman of the year by the teams Alumni Association. A Pro Bowl player in 1968 and 2nd Team All Pro selection in 1973.
He passed away in 1991 from cancer. Remembered by many team mates as one of the most likeable players they ever knew.
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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.
Big Daddy Lipscomb and Don Burroughs Team Up to Block a Field Goal Attempt
Don Burroughs (#25) gets a little help from Gene Lipscomb (#76) as the Rams defense works to block a field goal attempt.
Roman Gabriel with Jim Marshall hanging on him
With Viking Jim Marshall wrapped about his legs Rams quarterback Roman Gabriel tries to keep the play going.
The Rams Roman Gabriel Under a Heavy Packers Rush
Rams quarterback Roman Gabriel stands tall amidst a heavy Green Bay Packers rush.
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Eric Dickerson
One of the most prolific runners in the 1980s era. The #2 overall player taken in the 1983 draft from SMU by the Los Angeles Rams. Played there until 1987 rushing for 7245 yards and scoring 56 rushing touchdowns with them.
Darris McCord and Joe Schmidt Stop a Rams Ball Carrier in 1965
Ram Les Josephson can't keep Darris McCord and the rest of that great Detroit Lions defense of the mid-60s converges on an unfortunate Ram runner. The other Lions here are linebackers Joe Schmidt and Ernie Clark. Alex Karras can be been in the background on the left.
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Jack Youngblood Pressures Joe Theismann
Washington Redskins quarterback Joe Theismann unloads a pass while under a rush from Los Angeles Rams defender Jack Youngblood
Leroy Irvin Sacks Lynn Dickey
Rams defender Leroy Irvin grabs hold of Green Bay Packers quarterback Lynn Dickey for a sack during the 1980s. Hall of Famer Jack Youngblood (#85) holds down the front.
This is actually his one and only solo sack of his 11-year career.
