Merlin Olsen sacks Saints quarterback Bobby Scott
Unable to escape the clutches of the Rams defense, Saints QB Bobby Scott goes down.
Isiah Robertson
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Flipper Anderson
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.
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).
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.
Brett Favre rushed by Rams Kevin Carter
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.
Ray Nitschke Pressures Roman Gabriel
Hall of Fame Linebacker Ray Nitschke applies pressure to Roman Gabriel
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Jon Arnett, Los Angeles Rams 1957-1963
Jon Arnett
Jack Youngblood 1976 Topps Wonder Bread All Stars Football Card
From 1976 when he was selected to the Pro Bowl and named All Pro.
Rams Head Coach George Allen with Roman Gabriel
Nolan Cromwell defends against Lynn Swann
Rams defender Nolan Cromwell breaks up a pass against Steelers receiver Lynn Swann
Harold Jackson
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Lawrence McCutcheon Los Angeles Rams
Isiah Robertson
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
LA Rams 1966 to 1970 Myron Pottios
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).
Lawrence McCutcheon vs the Falcons
The Rams runner dances around defenders of the NFC Western Division opponent Atlanta Falcons.
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.
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.
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.
Flipper Anderson
Flipper Anderson
Jack Youngblood
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.
Isiah Robertson
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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.
Isiah Robertson
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Deacon Jones LA Rams 1961-1973
Deacon Jones LA Rams 1961-1974
A Portrait of Linebacker Maxie Baughan
Portrait of Los Angeles Linebacker Great Maxie Baughan
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Roman Gabriel
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.
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Duane Putnam 1958 Los Angeles Rams Topps NFL Football Trading Card #55
1958 - Named to his 3rd All Pro Team
Joe Namath
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Joe Scibelli relaxes a bit during a game.
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).
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.
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.
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Jon Arnett
Tom Fears
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Rams Olineman Joe Scibelli 1961-1975
15 year Veteran Offensive Lineman for the Rams from 1961 to 1975.
Jack Pardee Stops Paul Lowe - 1967 Rams & Chargers Preseason Game
AFL meets NFL. The 2 leagues began exhibition play against each other after it was announced there would be a merger by 1970. Here's a shot from the August 27th Rams and Chargers match-up of 1967. Jack Pardee puts the stop on Paul Lowe as the Rams dominated this one winning 50-7. George Allen said everyone on the bench except the 52-year-old training got some playing time.
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.
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.
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.
Dick Bass, Rams and Eddie Dove, 49ers
Eddie Dove (#44) and Dick Bass (#22) - early 1960s NFL
Rams Linebacker Maxie Baughan
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.
Deacon Jones
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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.
Walter Payton Carries Against Rams
Gaining yards against the Rams.
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.
Harold Jackson, 1978 LA Rams Topps Checklist & Team Leaders of 1977
With 666 receiving yards Harold Jackson is listed on this 1978 Topps Checklist featuring the 1977 Rams Team Leaders. Jackson's 48 catches were best on the Rams as well.
Myron Pottios LA Rams 1966-1970
Merlin Olsen rushing Roger Staubach
Hugh McElhenny carries against Rams.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Dick James and John Paluck of the Redskins with Dick Bass, LA Rams - Mid 1960s NFL
Dick James and John Paluck of the Redskins move in to stop Dick Bass of the, LA Rams - Mid 1960s NFL
Lawrence McCutcheon Los Angeles Rams 1972-1979
Rams Quarterback Billy Wade
Made the Pro Bowl as the Rams starting quarterback in 1958 passing for a league-high 2875 yards.
Harold Jackson - LA Rams
Tom Newberry 1990 Los Angeles Rams Fleer NFL Football Trading Card #43
Started 15 games for the Rama in 1990.
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.
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
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 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.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Hall of Fame Rams Defender Deacon Jones
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Deacon Jones
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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.
Roman Gabriel hands off to Dick Bass, Los Angeles Rams
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.
Alan Page Rushing Pat Haden of the Rams
Alan Page of the Vikings puts pressure on Rams quarterback Pat Haden
LA Rams Linebacker Myron Pottios 1966-1970
Jackie Slater LA Rams Offensive Tackle
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.
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.
Los Angeles/St Louis Rams Most Yards Passing in a Career
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
Harold Jackson
LA Rams Receiver 1973-1977
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.
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.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Roger Brown 1968 LA Rams Topps NFL Football Trading Card #138
Roger Brown on his 1968 Topps card - though he had been with LA since 1967, Topps was still using his Lions picture on his card.
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Carroll Dale
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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 Scibelli 1974 Topps Card
Rams Linebacker Maxie Baughan
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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.
1969 Los Angeles Rams Defense on the Practice Field
Charley Taylor makes a catch against Charlie Stukes of the Rams
Getting behind Charlie Stukes of the Rams
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Joe Scibelli 1972 Sunoco Football Card
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)
Jon Arnett
Deacon Jones
Billy Wade 1957 Los Angeles Ram Topps NFL Football Trading #34
Rams quarterback Billy Wade and his 1957 Topps card.
The Rams Merlin Olsen
Chris Chandler
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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.
Jackie Slater
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Joe Namath LA Rams
His last season in football as a Ram in 1977
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.
Deacon Jones
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Chris Chandler
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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.
Rams QB Joe Namath
His 13th and final season.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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Mike Singletary tackles Eric Dickerson
Bears linebacker Mike Singletary puts the stop on Rams runner Eric Dickerson.
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.
Hall of Famer Deacon Jones
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Dick Bass, LA Rams, 1960s
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.
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.
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.
Jack Youngblood & Elmendorph - Los Angeles Rams vs New Orleans Saints 1971 NFL
Early 1970's NFL action. Dave Elmendorph and Jack Youngblood of those great Rams defenses of the past bring a run by the Saints Bob Greshem to an abrupt end.
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Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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.
Dan Towler Rams
Battering ram of the 1950s.
Jackie Slater
Merlin Olsen Rushing John Brodie
Deacon Jones NFL Defensive Lineman
Hall of Fame Defensive player Deacon Jones played for the Los Angeles Rams from 1961 to 1971.
Isiah Robertson
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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).
Rams Linebacker Myron Pottios
Kermit Alexander Rams
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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.
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.
Deacon Jones
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
Willie Davis gets to Roman Gabriel
The Rams Merlin Olsen
15 seasons, 14 Pro Bowls, 5 All Pro selections
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Lawrence McCutcheon of the Rams
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.
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.
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.
Lawrence McCutcheon NFL
Squeezing through the Redskins defensive line.
Eric Dickerson
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.
Jon Arnett
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.
Carroll Dale
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Coy Bacon, Defensive Lineman, 1968-1981
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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.
Jackie Slater
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Isiah Robertson
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Merlin Olsen Rams Defensive Tackle
Deacon Jones
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.
Deacon Jones
Les Josephson - Joe Scibelli
Against the Eagles - Joe Scibelli and Les Josephson - both Pro Bowlers during their careers with the Rams
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.
Charlie Cowan Lead Blocks for Dick Bass - 1960s La Rams
Charlie Cowan spent 15 seasons in Los Angeles - here he gets out in front of Rams legend Dick Bass.
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.
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
Dick Bass of the Los Angeles Rams
Jack Youngblood
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.
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
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 LA Rams
Isiah Robertson Linebacker, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1978
Deacon Jones
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.
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.
Jon Arnett
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.
Isiah Robertson
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Tommy McDonald LA Rams
Jackie Slater
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.
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.
Duane Putnam
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
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 Pressures Joe Theismann
Washington Redskins quarterback Joe Theismann unloads a pass while under a rush from Los Angeles Rams defender Jack Youngblood
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.
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
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Deacon Jones
The Rams defense closes in on Colts quarterback Johnny Unitas
Deacon Jones
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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.
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.
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.
Dick "Night Train" Lane
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.
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.
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.
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 Player 1962-1972 Roman Gabriel
Roman Gabriel of North Carolina State .
Still holds the Rams Franchise Record of Most Touchdown Passes in a Career with 154.
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.
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.
1970 Deacon Jones Topps Trading Card
Los Angeles Rams Pass Rushing Legend Deacon Jones and his 1970 year series Topps Trading Card
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 Scibelli | 1975 Topps Card
His Toppd trading card from 1975 - His 15th and final year in the NFL.
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Lawrence McCutcheon LA Rams
Isiah Robertson
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Ken Willard, Merlin Olsen and Deacon Jones on the 1966 Street and Smiths NFL Magazine
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.
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Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Jackie Slater of the Los Angeles Rams
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
Jack Youngblood
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.
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.
Flipper Anderson
Tom Mack Rams
Jack Youngblood
Jack Youngblood, Defensive End, Los Angeles Rams 1971-1984
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.
Isiah Robertson
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Deacon Jones
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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.
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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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.
Jackie Slater - Rams Hall of Fame Offensive Lineman
Deacon Jones
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
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.
Isiah Robertson
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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.
Kermit Alexander Rams 1970-1971
A former 1st round draft pick from UCLA he spent 2 seasons with the Los Angeles Rams
