Isiah Robertson
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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
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
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.
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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.
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 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.
The Rams Merlin Olsen
15 seasons, 14 Pro Bowls, 5 All Pro selections
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.
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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.
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.
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.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Tom Mack
His 184 games played is #3 on the Rams All-Time Franchise List of Most Consceutive Games Played in a career.
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.
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.
Merlin Olsen rushing Roger Staubach
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.
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.
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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).
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Tom Mack Rams
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.
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.
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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).
Jon Arnett
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.
Merlin Olsen Rushing John Brodie
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.
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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.
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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
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.
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.
Deacon Jones
Deacon Jones
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.
Joe Namath | Vince Ferragamo
Deacon Jones
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
The Rams Merlin Olsen and Joe Scibelli
Two longtime greats of Los Angeles Rams history - Merlin Olsen (#74) and Joe Scebelli (#71)
Jon Arnett 1957-1966
Jackie Slater
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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.
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.
Joe Namath
The Hall of Fame Quarterback was twice named AFL Player of the Year (1968 & 1969) as well as Super Bowl III MVP.
Passed for 27663 yards and 173 touchdowns in his 11 seasons with the Jets.
Rams Linebacker Maxie Baughan
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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.
Dan Towler Rams
Battering ram of the 1950s.
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.
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.
Merlin Olsen Rams Defensive Tackle
Hall of Famer Deacon Jones
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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.
Joe Scibelli 1974 Topps Card
Jon Arnett, Los Angeles Rams 1957-1963
Lawrence McCutcheon of the Rams
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.
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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.
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.
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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.
Harold Jackson 1976 Los Angeles Rams
The leading receiver on the Rams squad of 1976 with 39 catches.
1970 Deacon Jones Topps Trading Card
Los Angeles Rams Pass Rushing Legend Deacon Jones and his 1970 year series Topps Trading Card
Jon Arnett
Myron Pottios LA Rams 1966-1970
Rams Olineman Joe Scibelli 1961-1975
15 year Veteran Offensive Lineman for the Rams from 1961 to 1975.
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.
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.
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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.
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.
Chris Chandler
Roman Gabriel
Rams Linebacker Maxie Baughan
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.
Rams Head Coach George Allen with Roman Gabriel
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.
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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.
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.
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Deacon Jones
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Deacon Jones
Jack Youngblood 1976 Topps Wonder Bread All Stars Football Card
From 1976 when he was selected to the Pro Bowl and named All Pro.
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.
Joe Scibelli | 1975 Topps Card
His Toppd trading card from 1975 - His 15th and final year in the NFL.
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.
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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.
Hall of Fame Rams Defender Deacon Jones
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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.
Jack Youngblood Pressures Joe Theismann
Washington Redskins quarterback Joe Theismann unloads a pass while under a rush from Los Angeles Rams defender Jack Youngblood
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
LA Rams Deacon Jones and Jack Pardee
Another view of 2 of the players that made that Rams defense of the 1960s so formidable.
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).
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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.
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.
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Jackie Slater of the Los Angeles Rams
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.
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.
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).
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
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.
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.
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Isiah Robertson Linebacker, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1978
Deacon Jones against the Raiders Bob Brown in 1971
1971 action - going up against Bob Brown, the Pro Bowl tackle of the Raiders.
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.
Bob Brown 1970 Topps Football Insert Poster #24
The Hall of Fame Tackle on his 1970 Topps 8" X 10" Poster.
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.
Rams QB Joe Namath
His 13th and final season.
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).
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.
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).
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.
Deacon Jones
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Carroll Dale
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Archie Manning Under Pressure From Fred Dryer in 1977
Fred Dryer of the Rams forces Archie from the pocket in 1977
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.
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.
Charley Taylor makes a catch against Charlie Stukes of the Rams
Getting behind Charlie Stukes of the Rams
Flipper Anderson
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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.
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.
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.
Bill George, LA Rams Linebacker
After 14 seasons in Chicago Bill George joined the LA Rams for 1 season in 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.
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Joe Scibelli relaxes a bit during a game.
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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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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.
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Jackie Slater - Rams Hall of Fame Offensive Lineman
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Deacon Jones NFL Defensive Lineman
Hall of Fame Defensive player Deacon Jones played for the Los Angeles Rams from 1961 to 1971.
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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).
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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.
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Tom Mack, Rams Hall of Famer
11-time pro bowler for the Rams. NFL Hall of Fame inductee in 1999.
Lawrence McCutcheon vs the Falcons
The Rams runner dances around defenders of the NFC Western Division opponent Atlanta Falcons.
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.
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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.
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.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
1969 Los Angeles Rams Defense on the Practice Field
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
Los Angeles/St Louis Rams Most Yards Passing in a Career
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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.
Rams Quarterback Billy Wade
Made the Pro Bowl as the Rams starting quarterback in 1958 passing for a league-high 2875 yards.
Phil Olsen and Coy Bacon of the LA Rams
Phil Olsen (#72) and Coy Bacon (#79) of the LA Rams in the early 1970s.
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.
Harold Jackson
LA Rams Receiver 1973-1977
Rams Player 1962-1972 Roman Gabriel
Still the All-Time Career Passing leader for the Rams franchise with 154 touchdown passes.
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.
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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)
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.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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.
Deacon Jones
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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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.
Tom Newberry 1990 Los Angeles Rams Fleer NFL Football Trading Card #43
Started 15 games for the Rama in 1990.
Lawrence McCutcheon LA Rams
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.
The Rams Jackie Slater Battles Leonard Marshall of the Giants
The Hall of Famer goes toe-to-toe with the Giants Leonard Marshall.
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.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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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.
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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.
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?
Harold Jackson
Chris Chandler
Tom Fears
Walter Payton Carries Against Rams
Gaining yards against the Rams.
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.
The Rams Roman Gabriel Under a Heavy Packers Rush
Rams quarterback Roman Gabriel stands tall amidst a heavy Green Bay Packers rush.
Kermit Alexander Rams 1970-1971
A former 1st round draft pick from UCLA he spent 2 seasons with the Los Angeles Rams
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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.
Lawrence McCutcheon Los Angeles Rams 1972-1979
Willie Davis gets to Roman Gabriel
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
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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.
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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.
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).
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.
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).
Deacon Jones LA Rams 1961-1973
Deacon Jones LA Rams 1961-1974
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The Rams defense closes in on Colts quarterback Johnny Unitas
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.
Isiah Robertson
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LA Rams 1966 to 1970 Myron Pottios
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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.
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.
Jack Youngblood Roger Staubach
Los Angeles Rams defensive end Jack youngblood subjects Roger Staubach, quarterback of the Dallas Cowboys to an intense pass rush.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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.
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.
Lawrence McCutcheon Los Angeles Rams
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.
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.
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.
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).
Joe Namath LA Rams
His last season in football as a Ram in 1977
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.
Deacon Jones
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).
Isiah Robertson
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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)
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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.
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.
Tommy McDonald LA Rams
Tommy McDonald NFL Hall of Fame Wide Receiver
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Los Angeles Rams Quarterback Roman Gabriel
Merlin Olsen sacks Saints quarterback Bobby Scott
Unable to escape the clutches of the Rams defense, Saints QB Bobby Scott goes down.
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).
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.
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.
Rams QB Roman Gabriel
Rams quarterback from 1962 to 1972.
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.
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Coy Bacon, Defensive Lineman, 1968-1981
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Dick "Night Train" Lane
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Nolan Cromwell defends against Lynn Swann
Rams defender Nolan Cromwell breaks up a pass against Steelers receiver Lynn Swann
Deacon Jones
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.
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.
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 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.
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).
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.
Joe Scibelli Jersey
Jersey of the long-time offensive lineman of the Los Angeles Rams.
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.
Rams Runner Eric Dickerson
The NFL's most yards rushing in a single season record holder. 2105 yards rushing in 1984.
Hugh McElhenny carries against Rams.
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.
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).
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Ray Nitschke Pressures Roman Gabriel
Hall of Fame Linebacker Ray Nitschke applies pressure to Roman Gabriel
Kermit Alexander Rams
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.
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.
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.
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.
Rams Linebacker Myron Pottios
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.
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.
1974 Leading Rusher of the NFC Lawrence McCutcheon
With 1109 he was the leading ground gainer in the NFC in 1974.
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.
Jackie Slater
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.
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
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
The Redskins Chris Hanburger in pursuit of Rams Lawrence McCutcheon
The Redskins Chris Hanburger (#55) grabs a handful of Lawrence McCutcheon (#30)
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.
Deacon Jones
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.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Jackie Slater LA Rams Offensive Tackle
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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.
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.
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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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.
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.
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.
Deacon Jones
A Portrait of Linebacker Maxie Baughan
Portrait of Los Angeles Linebacker Great Maxie Baughan
Les Josephson - Joe Scibelli
Against the Eagles - Joe Scibelli and Les Josephson - both Pro Bowlers during their careers with the Rams
LA Rams Linebacker Myron Pottios 1966-1970
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).
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.
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.
Lawrence McCutcheon NFL
Squeezing through the Redskins defensive line.
Isiah Robertson
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Joe Scibelli 1972 Sunoco Football Card
Deacon Jones
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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 Namath
Longtime QB Joe Namath spent his last season in the NFL with the Los Angeles Rams