George Atkinson, Strong Saftey 1968-1979
Dave Casper
Daryle Lamonica, Hewritt Dixon and Jim Otto of the Oakland Raiders
Raiders from the 1960s - quarterback Daryle Lamonica (#3), running back Hewritt Dixon (#35) and center Jim Otto (#00).
Jim Otto 1971 Oakland Raiders Topps NFL Football Card #151
His 1971 Topps card - started all 14 games for Oakland and made the Pro Bowl as the back-up center for the AFC.
Art Shell and Gene Upshaw, the Raiders Left Side of their Offensive Line
The left side of the Raiders offensive line for the entire 1970s decade - Hall of Famers Art Shell and Gene Upshaw.
Ben Davidson & Gus Otto of the Raiders Zero in on Bills Rookie Bobby Burnett
AFL action, probably from 1966. Bills Rookie runner Bobby Burnett (#21) tries to get outside of Raiders defenders Gus Otto (#34) and Ben Davidson (#83).
Jim Otto
Playing at the University of Miami he was overlooked by the NFL but was chosen by the proposed Minneapolis franchise of the newly formed American Football League. When the Minneapolis club failed to materialize his playing rights went to the Oakland franchise by default. After which he was the starting center for the Raiders for the next 15 seasons and 210 games. He handled the snapping duties for 7 Divisional Championships, and AFL Championship and a Super Bowl. He retired in 1974.
Marcus Allen Rookie 1982
The 1982 Offensive Rookie of the Year averaged 4.4 yards-per-carry with 697 yards rushing in a strike shortened season. He also had a league leading 14 total touchdowns and 1098 yards-from-scrimmage.
Art Shell 1991 Los Angeles Raiders Pro Set 1990 Coach of the Year Football Card #4
After leading the Raiders to a 12-4 mark, an AFC West Division title and a trip to the AFC Championship he was named the 1990 NFL Coach of the Year.
Art Powell, Raiders
Sam Cunningham, Andy Johnson of the Patriots and Jack Tatum of the Raiders
Pariots runner Sam Cunningham goes up an over behind the blocking of Andy Johnson (#32) as Raiders hit-man Jack Tatum moves in.
Willie Brown Hall of Fame
Marcus Allen
16-year NFL veteran Marcus Allen was a First Round Draft Pick of the Oakland Raiders in 1982 from USC. During his time in professional football he rushed for 12243 yards and 123 touchdowns. He is still #13 on the All-Time Career List for Yards Rushing and #3 for Rushing Touchdowns.
Raiders Defensive End Ben Davidson
Originally a 4th round draft pick of the New York Giants in 1961, Ben Davidson spent time with the Green Bay Packers and Washington Redskins before joining the Oakland Raiders in 1964. He stayed with the Raiders until 1971.
Eric Dickerson
As a Raider in 1992, his only season with them. The Hall of Famer had 729 yards, 2 touchdowns and averaged 3.9 YPC.
Ben Davidson Oakland Raider Defensive Lineman
Matt Snell carries outside Ben Davidson and the Oakland Raiders Defense in 1964
Jets rookie Matt Snell (#41) rounds the corner against Ben Davidson (#83) and the rest of the Raiders defense in their first encounter of the 1964 AFL season. Snell, the Jets 1st round pick that season, had a big day rushing for 168 yards and 2 touchdowns in a 35-14 Jets win.
Daryle Lamonica Scores
Jim Otto Oakland Raiders 1960-1974
Ken Stabler
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Marcus Allen
16-year NFL veteran Marcus Allen was a First Round Draft Pick of the Oakland Raiders in 1982 from USC. During his time in professional football he rushed for 12243 yards and 123 touchdowns. He is still #13 on the All-Time Career List for Yards Rushing and #3 for Rushing Touchdowns.
Willie Brown
Ron McDole of the Bills and Raiders quarterback Daryle Lamonica in 1967
From 1967 action - Dan Archer (#78) keeps Bills tackle Ron McDole (#72) away long enough for Quarterback Daryle Lamonica to get the pass off.
Tony Sardisco of the Patriots stops JD Smith of the Raiders in 1960
Early AFL action between the Patriots and Raiders - former Tulane star Tony Sardisco stops Raider JD Smith. Rookie Jim Otto can be seen wearing #50 at the far right.
Not exactly a sold-out crowd is it?
Herb Adderley Super Bowl II Touchdown
All Raiders Jim Otto (#00) and Daryle Lamonica (#3) can do is watch as Herb Adderley returns a 60-yard 4th quarter interception for a touchdown to secure a win for the Packers in Super Bowl II.
Ken Stabler chased by Jack Ham in 1973
Ken Stabler takes off with Steelers linebacker Jack Ham close behind. Steeler #67 is lineman Craig Hanneman.
Ted Hendricks
Lyle Alzado, NFL Defensive Lineman 1971-1985
George Blanda and Bob Brown of the Raiders - LC Greenwood and Joe Greene, Steelers in 1972
An aging George Blanda sets up to pass behind the blocking of George Buehler (#64) & Bob Brown (#76) while Steelers lineman Joe Greene (#75) and LC Greenwood (#68) apply pressure. This picture is from the early 1970s - we think 1972. Blanda was 45 years old and wouldn't retire for another 3 seasons.
Raiders Gene Upshaw
Former 1st-round draft pick out of Texas A&I by the Oakland Raiders. Considered one of the dominating offensive line man of the 1960s and 1970s. Played 15 seasons in Oakland, making 7 Pro Bowls and 5 All-Pro teams. In ducted into the Hall of Fame in 1987.
Art Shell
15 year Hall of Fame offensive tackle for the Oakland Raiders. Joined the team as a 3rd round draft pick in 1968 out of Maryland-Eastern Shore and played until 1982. Won 2 Super Bowls and made 8 Pro Bowls as well as 2 All Pro Teams. Named to the All-1970s Hall of Fame team. Spent a total of 7 seasons as the Raiders Head Coach finishing with a 52-56 record. Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1989.
Oakland Raider George Atkinson
Oakland Raider George Atkinson played 12 at the position of Strong Safety in the NFL
Daryle Lamonica, Oakland Raiders Quarterback in Super Bowl II
The Raiders signal caller in Super Bowl II against the NFL champs Green Bay Packers.
The Raiders Gene Upshaw
Lyle Alzado Stops Mark Van Eeghen 1977 AFC Championship Game
Broncos' All-Pro defender Lyle Alzado puts a stop to Raiders fullback Mark Van Eeghen in the 1977 AFC Championship game.
The Broncos would hold off the Raiders for a 20-17 win and trip to Super Bowl XII.
Raider Defensive Lineman Lyle Alzado
Oakland Raider Defender Lyle Alzado (#77) gets in on the stop of a Miami Dolphins runner.
Fred Biletnikoff
Hall of Fame Receiver Fred Biletnikoff played for the Oakland Raiders from 1965 to 1978
Ted Hendricks, Raiders 1975
After a single season in Green Bay (with All Pro Honors) Ted Hendricks was traded to the Oakland Raiders in 1975. The Pack received the Raiders 1st round picks of 1976 and 1977. Hendricks ended up playing 9 seasons in Oakland with 2 Super Bowl wins in his career.
Mike Lucci & Jerry Rush of the Lions and Jim Otto & Charlie Smith of the Raiders
Raiders and Lions play right after the NFL/AFL merger in 1970. The Lions won 28-14.
Pictured are Jim Otto (#00), Jerry Rush (#82), Mike Lucci (#53) & Charlie Smith (#23).
Pete Banaszak, Raiders Fullback
Marcus Allen 1982 NFL Rookie of the Year
A 1st Round Draft from USC Allen was selected as the Offensive Rookie of the Year for the 1982 season. That year he led the NFL in Rushing touchdowns with 11.
Dave Casper Tackled by Autry Beamon
Greg Townsend
Jim Otto 1972 Oakland Raiders Topps Football Card #86
On this 1972 Topps card. 1972 was his 13th season as a professional football player and it was his 12th and final season as a NFL Pro Bowler/AFL All Star.
Daryle Lamonica rushed by Turkey Jones
Raiders quarterback Daryle Lamonica (#3) gets the pass off under pressure from Browns lineman Turkey Jones (#80).
Kenny "The Snake" Stabler, Oakland Raiders
There is an almost exhaustive list of well-known players in Raiders franchise history - and if he isn't at the top, he's pretty close.
Marcus Allen 1990 Los Angeles Raiders Action Packed All Madden Team Football Card #28
Named to the 1990 All Madden Team. His 9th year in the NFL he had 194 touches, 871 Total Yards and 13 touchdowns.
Ben Davidson
Kenny Stabler, Gene Upshaw & the Oakland Raiders celebrate after the Game Winning Score against the Patriots in the Divisional Round of the 1976 AFC Playoffs
Kenny Stabler is mobbed in the endzone following his game-winning 1-yard dive against the New England Patriots in the Divisional Round of the 1976 AFC Playoffs. The Raiders drive was extended when just a few plays earlier the Patriots defense was flagged for a controversial Roughing the Passer call on third and long incomplete pass play that gave the Raiders a first down.
Raiders shown here from left to right - Gene Upshaw (#63), Mark Van Eeghen (#30), Charlie Phillips (center), Ken Stabler (#12) and Clarence Davis (far right)
Fred Biletnikoff one-handed touchdown catch against Miami in the 1974 AFC Playoffs
Even with his right arm held Fred Biletnikoff makes a big touchdown catch against the Dolphins Tim Foley to put the Raiders up 14-10 in the Divisional Round of the 1974 AFC Playoffs. Oakland went on to win 28-26.
George Blanda, Raiders Quarterback
Marcus Allen Oakland Raiders
Ranked as #72 on The Sporting New top 100 Greatest Football Players, he was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2003.
Ronnie Lott recovers fumble against Atlanta 1991
Raider Ronnie Lott recovers a fumble against the Atlanta Falcons in 1991
Ben Davidson Oakland Raiders
Ben Davidson
Ray Nitschke upends Hewritt Dixon in Super Bowl II
From The Packers Super Bowl II win the 1968. Ray Nitschke puts the hit on Raiders runner Hewritt Dixon. Willie Wood is Packer #24.
Gene Upshaw blocking for quarterback Daryle Lamonica
Daryle Lamonica (#3) & Gene Upshaw (#63)
Greg Townsend
Kenny Stabler and John Madden
Marcus Allen
Ranked as #72 on The Sporting New top 100 Greatest Football Players, he was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2003.
Ted Hendricks of the Raiders stops the Chiefs Tony Reed
Raiders linebacker Ted Hendricks moves in stop Chiefs runner Tony Reed.
The Raiders Charlie Smith scores on 43 yard touchdown against the Jets in 1968 Heidi Game
Raiders rookie Charlie Smith breaks out on a short pass from Daryle Lamonica and goes 43 yards to score the go-ahead touchdown the nation missed during the 1968 Raiders-Jets "Heidi" game.
George Atkinson gets behind Charlie Smith on a Kick Return in 1969
Raider George Atkinson gets on hip of Charlie Smith during a return. Atkinson was the AFL's top Punt Returner in 1968 with 36 punt returns, 490 return yards and 2 touchdowns. He also had a league-high 25.1 Kick Return Average.
George Blanda kcks a field goal against the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1970
George Blanda kicks a 27-yard field goal against the Steelers in 1970. It was this game he came off the bench and threw 3 touchdowns in addition to this field goal to help the Raiders win 31-14. Some big names in this picture - We see Jim Otto (#00) barring the way of Joe Greene (#75) and former Chargers standout Chuck Allen (#58) while Rookie Ken Stabler (#12) holds for Blanda.
Ted Hendricks
Lyle Alzado, Oakland Raiders 1982-1985
After playing for the Denver Broncos and Cleveland Browns All-Pro defensive lineman Lyle Alzado spent the last 4 of his 15 year NFL career with The Oakland Raiders
The Raiders Bo Jackson
Bob Brown Raiders Offensive Tackle from 1971 to 1973
The Hall of Fame tackle spent the final 3 years of his 10-year NFL career as a Raider, making the Pro Bowl in 1971. Here he is pitted against fellow Hall of Famer Deacon Jones as a Charger.
Fred Biletnikoff Touchdown Catch Against Jets - 1968 AFL Title Game
Despite being on the losing side, Raiders receiver Fred Biletnikoff had a big game against the Jets during the 1968 AFL Title game with 7 catches, 190 yards and a touchdown.
George Atkinson
George Atkinson, Strong Saftey 1968-1979
Floyd Little returns against the Raiders
He was very active as Kick and Punt returner during his career. Averaged 11.0 yards on 81 Punt returns and 24.3 on 104 Kick Returns. Also pictured is #37, Jacque MacKinnon during his sole year as a Raider after 9 seasons with the Chargers.
Daryle Lamonica
Charlie Smith & Jim Harvey of the Raiders, Randy Beverly & Al Atkinson of the Jets during the AFL Heidi Game of 1968
Raiders runner Charlie Smith powers through Jet defenders Al Atkinson (#62) and Randy Beverly (#42) during the 1968 "Heidi Game" of 1968. Smith scored twice during the Raiders win.
George Blanda 26 Year NFL Veteran
26 year NFL vet - George Blanda played 340 regular season games and 20 post season games.
George Blanda beats the Chargers in 1970
Raiders kicker George Blanda kicks a 16-yard field goal against the San Diego Chargers with 7 seconds left to put the Raiders on top 20-17. The win was the 5th straight where Blanda came through in the clutch to give Oakland the victory. The Charger coming through is Bob Howard who played 13 seasons between the AFL and NFL. The other Raiders are Hewritt Dixon (#35) and Daryle Lamonica (#3).
Jack Kemp versus the Oakland Raiders Defense
Jack Kemp under a rush of Oakland Raiders
George Blanda, QB Oakland Raiders
Daryle Lamonica 1970 Oakland Raiders Topps Football Trading Card #50
Started all 14 games for the Raiders leading them to an AFL Western Division title and a trip to the AFL title game. 22 touchdown passes and 2516 passing yards.
Fred Biletnikoff
Hall of Fame receiver Fred Biletnikoff played 14 years in the AFL and NFL for the Oakland Raiders from 1965 to 1978.
Gene Upshaw blocking for Clarence Davis against Jim Lynch and the Kansas City Chiefs
Raiders lineman Gene Upshaw leads the way for running back Clarence Davis against Jim Lynch and the Kansas City defense.
Willie Brown
James Lofton
After leaving the Packers in 1986, James Lofton spent 2 seasons with the Oakland Raiders.
Eric Allen
Eric Allen Oakland Raiders 1997-2001
Bob Brown NFL Hall of Fame
10-Year NFL Veteran. 6 Pro Bowls, 5 All-Pro Tewams
George Blanda sets up to pass behind Jim Otto and Charlie Smith | 1970 Raiders
The immortal George Blanda in 1970 get behind the blocking of center Jim Otto (#00) and runner Charlie Smith (#23). Pictured here Blanda is 44 years old. And while he still saw just spot duty, he still managed to throw 6 touchdowns.
Oh, and he still played another 5 years in the NFL.
Ken Stabler
Ben Davidson, Oakland Raiders Defensive End
Ken Stabler and Jim Otto
2 of the icons of the Oakland Raider Glory days. Quarterback Ken Stabler and Center Jim Otto.
Trace Armstrong as a Raider
After 6 seasons with the Doplphins he went to the Raiders to finish out the last 3 years of his 15 year career.
Gene Upshaw 1974 Oakland Raiders Topps NFL Football Card #65
Gene Upshaw and hi s1974 Topps card. Started all 14 games and both playoff games for the Raiders. Named to his 4th Pro Bowl.
Daryle Lamonica, Raiders
The Raiders Quarterback from 1967 to 1974 - passed for 16665 yards and 148 touchdowns during that time.
Ken Stabler and Bill Stanfill
Ken Stabler gets a bit of help as he gets away from Dolphins defensive end Bill Stanfill
Ken Stabler
Ben Davidson
Ben Davidson
Daryle Lamonica passes to Clarence Davis
Early 1970s Raiders - quarterback Daryle Lamonica directs a pass in the direction of running back Clarence Davis.
Jim Otto
Ken Stabler
Gene Upshaw Oakland Raiders 1967-1981
Former 1st-round draft pick out of Texas A&I by the Oakland Raiders. Considered one of the dominating offensive line man of the 1960s and 1970s. Played 15 seasons in Oakland, making 7 Pro Bowls and 5 All-Pro teams. In ducted into the Hall of Fame in 1987.
George Atkinson Oakland Raider Defensive Back
Ken Stabler
Jim Otto Lead Blocking in 1962
The Oakland Raiders sporting their black uniforms in 1962. Legendary All-AFL Center Jim Otto (#00) leads the way for runner Bo Roberson (#40). Other Raiders pictured are longtime lineman Wayne Hawkins (#65) and Dan Ficca (#69). The tangled-up Charger is none other than the great Ernie Ladd (#77).
The Raiders Willie Brown
Terry Bradshaw gets up close with Tom Keating
Steelers rookie Terry Bradshaw has a up close moment with Raiders defender Tom Keating in 1970.
Willie Brown, Oakland Raiders 1967 to 1978, 39 Interceptions
Jim Plunkett, Raiders Quarterback
Jim Otto
Playing at the University of Miami he was overlooked by the NFL but was chosen by the proposed Minneapolis franchise of the newly formed American Football League. When the Minneapolis club failed to materialize his playing rights went to the Oakland franchise by default. After which he was the starting center for the Raiders for the next 15 seasons and 210 games. He handled the snapping duties for 7 Divisional Championships, and AFL Championship and a Super Bowl. He retired in 1974.
Jim Otto 1965 Oakland Raiders Topps Card
From 1965 - That year his Raiders finished 2nd in the AFL's Western Division as he was named the 1st Team All-League Center.
Raider Ben Davidson shows off Mustache
Daryle Lamonica is brought down by the Green Bay Defense in Super Bowl II
Raiders and Packers in Super Bowl II. Daryle Lamonica gets hit hard as he passes by the Packers defense (Lionel Aldridge maybe?). Packer Henry Jordan #74 is in the middle as Gene Upshaw (#63) and Jim Otto (#00) can be seen as well.
Mike Haynes
Oakland Raiders Hall of Fame Defensive Back Mike Haynes
Marcus Allen Raiders & Karl Mecklenburg of the Broncos
Two greats of the NFL of the 1980s. Hall of Famer Marcus Allen give veteran Broncos linebacker Karl Mecklenburg a straight arm as he tries to escape the defenders grasp. Allen rushed for over 12,200 yards and 123 touchdowns in his 16-year career while Mecklenburg accounted for over 1100 tackles in his 12-year career.
Ken Stabler sets up behind Center Dave Dalby Super Bowl XI
A confident Kenny Stabler gets set behind his center Dave Dalby in Super Bowl XI. Stabler and his Raiders remained in complete control of the game as Oakland defeated the Minnesota Vikings 32-14.
Fred Biletnikoff and Joe Beauchamp
Raiders Hall of Famer Fred Biletnikoff makes a catch against Joe Beauchamp of the Chargers
The Raiders Ben Davidson Sacks Dolphins QB Bob Griese in 1970
Big Ben has a Big Ol' hug for Dolphins quarterback Bob Griese in this Raiders/Dolphins showdown in 1970.
Fred Biletnikoff makes catch against the Chargers in 1970
Raider Fred Biletnikoff makes a catch against Chargers veteran defender Joe Beauchamp inn 1970. Biletnikoff was Oakland's leading pass catcher in 1970 with 45 receptions.
Fred Biletnikoff makes a catch against the Broncos Tom Jackson
As if by magic the football just seems to "stick" to his hand as Raiders Hall of Fame receiver Fred Biletnikoff makes the catch with Broncos great Tom Jackson all over him.
Ken Stabler
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Charlie Smith
Ray Guy, Punter Oakland Raiders
Rookie punter Ray Guy of the Oakland Raiders in 1973. Had the second-best Yards-per-Punt average in the NFL
Jim Otto
Kenny Stabler 1979 Monday Night Football vs Saints
The Snake stands and delivers during the 1979 rally against the Saints on Monday Night Football. Down 14-35 in the third quarter he led the Raiders to 4 second-half scores (with 3 touchdown passes) to finish with 42-35 win.
Kenny Stabler Raiders QB in 1979
The Raiders Hall of Fame quarterback shown here in 1979.
Marcus Allen's 74 Yard Touchdown Run in Super Bowl XVIII
After shaking off the efforts of Redskin defender Ken Coffey Allen rips offs a record setting 74-yard touchdown run id Super Bowl XVIII.
Bo Jackson outruns Brian Bosworth
Ken Stabler in 1973 - Oakland Raiders vs the NY Giants
Raiders QB Kenny Stabler passes over the on-coming rush of Giants defensive lineman Bob Goich (#68) & Carter Campbell (#79) in 1973. Stabler had 2 touchdown passes as the Raiders thrashed New York 42-0. Also seen is Raiders tackle John Vella (#75)
Billy Cannon makes a catch against Mike D 'Amato in the 1968 Jets & Raiders Heidi Game of 1968
Raiders Tight End Billy Cannon makes a catch against Jets rookie Mike D'Amato in the 1968 Heidi game. Cannon had 3 catches for 89 yards including a 48-yard touchdown in the Raiders come-from-behind win.
Ray Guy Hall of Fame Raiders Punter
Fred Biletnikoff
Portrait of Oakland Raider Great Fred Biletnikoff
The Raiders Bo Jackson
Willie Brown interception against Pittsburgh in the 1973 AFC Playoffs
Raiders DB Willie Brown nabs a Terry Bradshaw pass in the 3rd quarter of the 1973 AFC playoffs. He returned this pick 54 yards for a score to give Oakland a 23-7 lead.
Greg Townsend 1988 Los Angeles Raiders Topps NFL Football Trading Card #338
His 1988 Topps card - led the Raiders with 11.5 sacks.
Raiders Wide Receiver Fred Biletnikoff
Ken Stabler
A 2nd round pick of the Oakland Raiders in 1968 after a brilliant collegiate career at Alabama he would play 10 years in Oakland earning 4 Pro Bowls, the 1974 NFL MVP Award, the 1976 Bert Bell Award, an NFL Championship in 1976 and a spot on the All-1970s NFL team.
Gene Upshaw Raiders
Former 1st-round draft pick out of Texas A&I by the Oakland Raiders. Considered one of the dominating offensive line man of the 1960s and 1970s. Played 15 seasons in Oakland, making 7 Pro Bowls and 5 All-Pro teams. In ducted into the Hall of Fame in 1987.
Ted Hendricks blitzing the Kansas City Chiefs in 1983
In 1983, the 15th and final year of his NFL career, Raiders Hall of Fame linebacker Ted Hendricks comes in hard on a blitz against Kansas City.
Gene Upshaw Warren Wells
Gene Upshaw and Warren Wells
Mike Haynes
Oakland Raiders Hall of Fame Defensive Back Mike Haynes
Jim Otto Catches a Pass
He even managed a pass reception - in the 1972 playoff game against the Steelers.
Willie Brown Defends Against Chip Meyers of the Bengals
Willie Brown defends agains long-time veteran receiver Chip Meyers of the Cincinnati Bengals.
Ben Davidson
#00, Jim Otto
Raiders great Jim Otto. 15 year professional career, he played in a grand total of 308 regular season and playoff games.
Jim Otto 1970 Oakland Raiders Topps NFL Football Card #116
His 11th year with Oakland, 1970 saw the first season of the NFL/AFL merger and Otto was named 1st-Team All Pro.
Marcus Allen
Ranked as #72 on The Sporting New top 100 Greatest Football Players, he was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2003.
Ted Hendricks
Bubba Smith, Raiders sacks Wayne Clark of the Chargers in 1973
In 1973 the Colts traded Bubba Smith to the Raiders for tight end Raymond Chester. Smith remained in Oakland for 2 seasons, starting a total of 25 games and unofficially recording 7½ sacks. Here he has Chargers QB Wayne Clark in his grasp.
Dave Casper
Oakland Raiders Defender Mike Haynes
The Oakland Raiders Defender returns an interception against Seattle.
Lyle Alzado, Raiders Defensive End 1982 to 1985
The PFWA Comeback Player of 1982 when he joined the Raiders. Stayed 4 seasons and won a Super Bowl.
Willie Davis and Henry Jordan Pressure Daryle Lamonica
George Blanda on the Sports Illustrated Cover in November of 1970
Providing the late-game heroics in 4 victories and a tie, a 43-year old George Blanda is honored on this November issue of Sports Illustrated.
Daryle Lamomnica 1969 Oakland Raiders Topps Football Card #263
Raiders quarterback Daryle Lamonica on his 1969 Topps card. The AFL's top passer that year with 426 attempts, 221 completions, 3302 yards and 34 touchdowns.
Daryle Lamonica
Daryle Lamonica sets up to pass behind Jim Otto
2 of the old AFL's greats - Raiders Daryle Lamonica & Jim Otto
Abner Haynes scores against Oakland Raiders in 1961
The Texans Abner Haynes scores one of his 5 touchdowns of the November 1961 game against the Raiders. Haynes had a career day setting an AFL record and tying an NFL record when he rushed for 4 scores and caught a pass for another all while racking up 242 yards from scrimmage. The poor Raider here is Gary Finneran of USC.
Dan Fouts 1985 San Diego Chargers
Chargers QB Dan Fouts against James Davis and the LA Raiders. Fouts was getting close to the end of his career in 1985. It was the last of 6 Pro Bowls he would attend. The Raider in the picture is James Davis of Southern.
George Blanda kicks a field goal in 1970 against Kansas City
George Blanda of the Raiders puts one through against Kansas City in 1970. Blanda had a total of 16 field goals - a few of which came late in the game to give the Raiders wins or ties. The Raiders line up-front looks like Art Shell, Bob Svihus and Gene Upshaw while the Chiefs Buck Buchanan is at far right.
Kenny "The Snake" Stabler in 1974
In 1974 Raiders quarterback Ken Stabler had an All Pro year leading the NFL with 26 touchdown passes. Here he is in the opening round of the 1974 playoffs where he threw 4 touchdowns to defeat the Dolphins.
Left Handed QB Kenny Stabler
Jim Plunkett Raiders Quarterback
Jim Otto Protects Daryle Lamonica Against Houston
The Hall of Fame Center sets up to protect team mate Daryle Lamonica.
Ted Hendricks 1981 Oakland Raiders Topps Football Card
His 6th season making the Pro Bowl 1981 was his 13th in the NFL.
John Matuszak sacks Terry Bradshaw in the 1977 Steelers-Raiders game
Big John Matuszak gets to Terry Bradshaw in the 1977 showdown between Pittsburgh and Oakland. The Raiders pulled it out 16-7.
Fred Biletnikoff 1979 Oakland Raiders Topps Football Card #305
Despite being released by the Raiders before the 1979 season Topps still had a card made for him. This being his last card, he finished his 14-year career with 589 catches, 8974 yards and 76 touchdown catches.
Mike Haynes
Oakland Raiders Hall of Fame Defensive Back Mike Haynes
Jim Otto drawing in the 1966 issue of Pro Football Almanac
This drawing of All-AFL center Jim Otto is the featured image of the article previewing the Oakland Raiders in the 1966 issue of Pro Football Almanac. As far as the #66 player - the Raiders didn't have a #66 on the 1966 roster.
Lyle Alzado Grabs Him A Jet
Some mid-80s Jets and Raiders action. Lyle Alzado grabs him two hands worth of a Jet. Is that Howie Long in the center?
Raiders Receiver Fred Biletnikoff
After 14 seasons with the Raiders he left in 1978 as Oakland's All Time Leading Receiver in franchise history. Today he is still the #2 All Time Leading Receiver with 589 catches, 8974 yards and 76 touchdowns.
Oakland Raider Greats Art Shell and Gene Upshaw
2 Hall of Fame Offensive Lineman of the Oakland Raiders dynasty - Art Shell (#78) and Gene Upshaw (#63)
Dave Casper, Raiders Tight End Super Bowl XI
The Raiders Tight End had 4 catches and a touchdown in the Super Bowl XI victory over the Vikings
Fred Biletnikoff against Jim Marsalis of the Chiefs
Oakland Raider Fred Biletnikoff makes a catch against Jim Marsalis of the Chiefs
Jim Otto
Raiders Legend George Atkinson
George Atkinson, Strong Saftey 1968-1979
Greg Pruitt
He joined Oakland in 1982 where he was used primarily as kick and punt returner. When he led the league in punt returns and punt return yards in 1983 he was named to his 4 Pro Bowl.
Marcus Allen
Ranked as #72 on The Sporting New top 100 Greatest Football Players, he was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2003.
Dave Casper
Kenny Stabler Raiders Hall Of Fame Quarterback
A 1st-team Pro Bowler for 1973. Completed 62.7% of 260 pass attempts for 1997 yards and 14 touchdowns.
Jim Otto
Art Shell
15 year Hall of Fame offensive tackle for the Oakland Raiders. Joined the team as a 3rd round draft pick in 1968 out of Maryland-Eastern Shore and played until 1982. Won 2 Super Bowls and made 8 Pro Bowls as well as 2 All Pro Teams. Named to the All-1970s Hall of Fame team. Spent a total of 7 seasons as the Raiders Head Coach finishing with a 52-56 record. Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1989.
Ken Stabler
Marcus Allen, 1982 NFL Rookie of the Year
The 1981 Heisman Trophy award winner began his 16-year NFL career with Rookie of the Year Award with the Raiders in 1982.
Raiders NFL Marcus Allen
11 years with the Oakland Raiders.
8545 Rushing yards
79 Rushing Touchdowns
4.1 yards-per-carry
446 Catches
4258 Yards Receiving
9.5 Yards-per-catch
18 Receiving Touchdowns
Ray Guy
Ken Stabler
Daryle Lamonica under pressure from Henry Jordan of the Packers
The Raiders quarterback gets the pass off under some heat from Packer defensive lineman Henry Jordan (#74)
Ben Davidson
being mean to Namath
George Nock 1970 Jets versus Raiders
He was drafted in the 16th round by the New York Jets in 1969 after staring on the legendary teams of Morgan State on the late 1960s. Played 4 seasons with the Jets. His best year was in 1970 when he rushed for 402 yards and 5 touchdowns. His top game that year came against the Minnesota Vikings when he ran for 117 yards and a touchdown. That was the game he set a Jets record with 32 carries on the day.
Billy Joe Hobart Raiders NFL
Billy Joe Hobart
Lyle Alzado Tackles Chuck Muncie
Lyle Alzado finished hid long NFL career with 4 years as an Raider and a Super Bowl win in 1983 against the Washington Redskins.
Ken Stabler
Fred Biletnikoff
Daryl Lamonica is Harassed by George Gross & Bob Petrich of the Chargers
Daryl Lamonica (#12) looks like he's about to lose something as George Gross (#79) and Bob Petrich (#85) press the issue. Dick Hudson (#79) gives his best "Lookout" block.
Gene Upshaw, Oakland Raiders
Raiders Hall of Famer Gene Upshaw
George Blanda passing with Gene Upshaw blocking
Raider George Blanda gets sets to pass while Hall of fame offensive guard gene Upshaw provides blocking.
Marcus Allen 1982 Rookie of the Year
The 1982 NFL Rookie of the Year - scored a league-high 14 touchdowns (11 rushing & 3 receiving) during the strike shortened season of 9 games.
Willie Brown 75 Yard Touchdown Interception Return in Super Bowl XI
in one of Super Bowl Histories big moments Raiders Hall of Fame cornerback Willie Brown returns an interception 75 yards for a touchdown to end Vikings hopes for a comeback in Super Bowl XI.
Bubba Smith 1975 Oakland Raiders Topps Football Card #33
1975 Topps - But he wasn't with the Raiders in 1975. He was released just prior to the season starting and ended up with the Oilers. He stayed in Houston through 1976 before leaving Pro Ball.
Len Dawson sacked by Ben Davidson Oakland Raiders
Chiefs quarterback Len Dawson is stopped by the Raiders defense. #83 is Raider Ben Davidson.
Jim Otto
Billy Joe Hobart Oakland Raiders Quarterback
Billy Joe Hobart
Gene Upshaw, Oakland Raiders Offensive Guard
Hall of Fame Class of 1987.
Art Shell 1979 Oakland Raiders Topps Football Card #210
Entering 1979 Art Shell was in his 11th season and had a string of 7 straight Pro Bowl appearances going back to 1972 broken by a preseason injury. He did return to start the final 11 games of the year.
Oakland Raiders QB Jim Plunkett
Considering both regular and post season, he is credited with 80 wins and 74 losses - that's a win percentage of just 51.9%. But 2 of those victories are Super Bowls.
Jim Plunkett Portrait
Jim Otto Raiders Offensive Lineman
Seen here on the Raider offensive line alongside fellow Hall of Famers Gene Upshaw and Ken Stabler.
Raiders Quarterback Daryle Lamonica in 1969
From the 1969 game against the Jets where he completed 19 of 28 passes for 333 yards and 2 touchdowns. The Raiders won 27-14
Dave Casper, Hall of Fame Tight End
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Lyle Alzado, Defensive Lineman 1971-1985
Lyle Alzado
Ben Davidson, Art Thoms and Carlton Oats sack Pete Liske - Raiders & Eagles in 1971
Ben Davidson and friends bring down Eagles quarterback in 1971 NFL action.
Jim Otto
Ben Davidson, Raiders catches James Harris of the Bills in 1969
Bills quarterback James Harris find himself on the run with Raiders Ben Davidson hot on his heels here in this 1969 Bills and Raiders action. The other Bills lineman pictured are Paul Costa in the foreground and Stew Barber on the ground.
Mike Haynes versus Steve Largent
Hall of Fame Defensive back Mike Haynes of the Oakland Raiders battles Hall of Fame Receiver Steve Largent of the Seattle Seahawks
Marcus Allen
Ranked as #72 on The Sporting New top 100 Greatest Football Players, he was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2003.
Kenny Stabler 1976 Oakland Raiders
Kenny Stabler sets up to pass. Clarence Davis, #28, runs his route in 1976 NFL action.
Daryle Lamonica, Raiders Star Quarterback
Raiders quarterback Daryle Lamonica
1978 Topps Card #333 | 1977 NFL Rushing Leaders Walter Payton and Mark van Eeghen -
The league's rushing leaders of 1977 published in the 1978 Topps set. Raider Mark van Eeghen had 1273 yards while the Bears Walter Payton had 1852.
Raiders Running Back Charlie Smith
Charlie Smith of Utah State. Played 7 of his 8 seasons in the league with the Raiders - rushed for 3351 yards in that time.
Ronnie Lott 1991 Los Angeles Raiders Pro Set Football Card #546
In 1991 he left the 49ers and and joined the Raiders through. Had an outstanding season leading the league with 8 interceptions, making the Pro Bowl for the 10th time and the All Pro Team for the 6th time.
Marcus Allen Raiders Hall of Fame Running Back
With 12,243 rushing yards he still ranks #14 among all NFL running backs.
Ken Stabler
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Greg Townsend
Paul Robinson runs outside of Carlton Oates of the Raiders
The AFL's leading rusher and league Rookie of the Year gets around Carlton Oates of the Raiders.
Fred Biletnikoff makes catch against Miller Farr of the Houston Oilers in 1969
Raiders great Fred Biletnikoff makes a catch against AFL All League cornerback Miller Farr. In 1969 Biletnikoff led the Raiders with 54 catches.
Mike Haynes 1991 Oakland Raiders Pro Set Legends Football Card #697
One of the NFL's top cornerbacks during his 14-year career with Patriots ((1976-1982) and Raiders (1983-1989). Haynes was top active pass interceptor in AFC at time of his retirement in 1992. Earned Pro Bowl notice each of his 5 seasons in the league and 9 times in an 11-year span from 1976-1986. Made impact as rookie in 1976 after being selected by Patriots with the NFL's 5th overall draft choice. Intercepted 8 passes and was named AFC Rookie of the Year that season. Returned 6 picks in 1984 for a league leading 220 yards - including a 97-yard touchdown against the Dolphins. Also an effective punt returner scoring 2 touchdowns and averaging 13.5 YPR as a rookie. Had 10.4-yard average on 112 returns in his career. Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1997.
Here he is honored in the 1991 Pro Set Legends Card Set.
Raiders Punter Ray Guy
Ted Hendricks
Barty Smith gets around Ted Hendricks
Packer fullback Barty Smith carries against Ted Hendricks and the Oakland Raider defense in this Green Bay-Oakland clash in 1976.
Daryle Lamonica and George Blanda, Oakland Raiders Sideline 1970
Daryle Lamonica and George Blanda listening in on headsets while on the Raiders sidelines sometime around 1970.
Joe Namath, Winston Hill and Ben Davidson in the 1968 Heidi Game
From the Heidi Game of 1968 - Winston Hill barely manages to keep Oakland Raiders defensive end Ben Davidson off of Jets quarterback Joe Namath.
Charlie Smith Touchdown during the Heidi Game of 1968
With Jets defender Mike D'Amato on his heels, Raiders back Charlie Smith (#23) takes in a 43-yard touchdown pass that puts the Raiders ahead of the Jets during the final moments of the "Heidi Game" of 1968.
Willie Brown tackles Lynn Swann
The Raiders Willie Brown takes down Steelers Receiver Lynn Swann
The Raiders Mark van Eeghen
Gene Upshaw and Pete Banaszak of the Oakland Raiders
Raiders Offense - Pete Banazak, Daryle Lamonica and Jim Otto
Up against the defense of the Houston Oilers.
Daryle Lamonica and John Rauch, Oakland Raiders
Raiders quarterback Daryle Lamonica on the sideline with Head Coach John Rauch.
Fred Biletnikoff and Ken Stabler
Jim Otto, Oakland Raiders Rookie Center
Raiders rookie Jim Otto - still sporting the #50 of his first season in the AFL - gets some love from a sports publication of the early 1960s.
Marcus Allen
16-year NFL veteran Marcus Allen was a First Round Draft Pick of the Oakland Raiders in 1982 from USC. During his time in professional football he rushed for 12243 yards and 123 touchdowns. He is still #13 on the All-Time Career List for Yards Rushing and #3 for Rushing Touchdowns.
Lyle Alzado, Defensive Lineman 1971-1985
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Ken Stabler
Ray Guy, Oakland Raiders Punter 1973-1986
14 years as a Raider - inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2014.
Lyle Alzado, Defensive Lineman 1971-1985
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George Blanda and Jim Otto of the Oakland Raiders
There's over 40 years of old school football here. George Blanda (#16) played from 1949 to 1975 - that's a total of 26 seasons. Center Jim Otto (#00) put in 15, playing from 1960 to 1975.
Ted Hendricks
Dave Casper, Hall of Fame Tight End
Jim Plunkett Raiders QB 1978-1986
Fred Biletnikoff
Marcus Allen Raiders
16-year NFL veteran Marcus Allen was a First Round Draft Pick of the Oakland Raiders in 1982 from USC. During his time in professional football he rushed for 12243 yards and 123 touchdowns. He is still #13 on the All-Time Career List for Yards Rushing and #3 for Rushing Touchdowns.
Raiders Runner Bo Jackson
Deacon Jones against the Raiders Bob Brown in 1971
1971 action - going up against Bob Brown, the Pro Bowl tackle of the Raiders.
Willie Davis pursues Hewritt Dixon in Super Bowl II
Packer Willie Davis moves in on Raiders Hewritt Dixon in Super Bowl II.
George Atkinson, Strong Saftey 1968-1979
Billy Cannon, Oakland Raiders, 1964-1969
Dave Casper
Ken Stabler and John Madden of the Oakland Raiders
John Madden coached the Raiders for 10 seasons and never had a losing year. His winning percentage was .759. Ken Stabler was his quarterback for 6 of those seasons and 59 victories including a Super Bowl victory in 1976.
Dave Casper
Ken Stabler
Billy Cannon 1967 Oakland Raiders Topps Football Card #109
Much heralded in his younger years in the AFL the former Heisman Award winner had moved to a quieter role with Oakland by 1967. Nevertheless he was chosen All-AFL this season after 32 catches and 10 touchdowns.
Ray Guy 1975 Oakland Raiders Topps Football Trading Card #435
1975 Topps - made his 3rd straight Pro Bowl while leading the league with a 43.8 Average-Yards-Per-Punt.
Willie Davis beats Jim Otto and Dumps Daryle Lamonica
Ken Stabler
Oakland Raiders Center Jim Otto
The only All-League Center the AFL ever had. Considered by many to be one of the best offensive lineman ever.
Eric Dickerson
As a Raider in 1992, his only season with them. The Hall of Famer had 729 yards, 2 touchdowns and averaged 3.9 YPC.
Ken Stabler
A 2nd round pick of the Oakland Raiders in 1968 after a brilliant collegiate career at Alabama he would play 10 years in Oakland earning 4 Pro Bowls, the 1974 NFL MVP Award, the 1976 Bert Bell Award, an NFL Championship in 1976 and a spot on the All-1970s NFL team.
The Raiders Charlie Smith Runs Through the Dolphins Defense
Ken Stabler
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Dave Casper
Jim Otto
Ken Stabler, Dave Dalby and Gene Upshaw | 1977 Oakland Raider Pro Bowlers
3 of the 6 Pro Bowlers the Raiders from the 1977 season - quarterback Ken Stabler (#12), center Dave Dalby (#50) and guard Gene Upshaw (#70).
Dave Casper in 1978 with a touchdown catch against the Chargers
Raiders Hall of Fame tight end Dave Casper scores in 1978 against the San Diego Chargers. 1978 was Casper's 3rd straight All Pro season. Also pictured for the Chargers are defensive back Glen Edwards (#27), defensive end Leroy Jones (#68) & defensive lineman Charles DeJurnett (#73).
Art Shell
15 year Hall of Fame offensive tackle for the Oakland Raiders. Joined the team as a 3rd round draft pick in 1968 out of Maryland-Eastern Shore and played until 1982. Won 2 Super Bowls and made 8 Pro Bowls as well as 2 All Pro Teams. Named to the All-1970s Hall of Fame team. Spent a total of 7 seasons as the Raiders Head Coach finishing with a 52-56 record. Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1989.
Jim Otto, 1969 Oakland Raiders Center
The only Center the Raiders ever needed through the entire 1960s decade - All AFL Center Jim Otto.
Jim Otto
Most Honored Raider in Team History. Had 210 consecutive starts (most in team history) at center for Oakland. Chosen to 10 All Pro (AFL All League) teams and 12 Pro Bowls. The AFL's Hall of Fame Center he was inducted into the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1980.
James Lofton
Mike Haynes vs Dwight Clark
Taking on San Francisco 49er receiver Dwight Clark.
Kenny Stabler, Raiders South Paw Quarterback
Marcus Allen NFL Hall of Fame Raider
A veteran of 16 NFL seasons between the Oakland Raiders and Kansas City Chiefs. Marcus Allen rushed for over 12,200 yards and 123 touchdowns.
His many awards include:
1982 Offensive Rookie of the Year
1983 Super Bowl MVP
1985 NFL MVP
1985 NFL Offensive Player of the Year
1993 NFL Comeback Player of the Year
Raiders Great Kenny Stabler
Ended his 15-year NFL career with almost 28,000 passing yards and a 59.8% completion percentage rate.
Daryle Lamonica, Raiders QB with Jim Otto
Raiders quarterback Daryle Lamonica gets set behind his center. That scarred helmet could only belong to Jim Otto.
Ken Stabler
Eric Allen
Eric Allen Oakland Raiders 1997-2001
Ted Hendricks, Raiders sacks Paul McDonald of the Browns
There's not a whole lot Browns quarterback Paul McDonald
can do as Raiders linebacker Ted Hendricks descends upon him.
Ben Davidson
Bo Jackson 1991 LA Raiders Pro Set Platinum Football Card #136
Featured in the 1991 Pro Set Platinum Series after a Pro Bowl year the previous season. Unfortunately he suffered a career ending hip injury against the Bengals in the 1990 AFC Divisional playoff round.
Fred Biletnikoff
AFL Receiver Fred Biletnikoff
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Art Shell Oakland Raiders 1968-1982
15 year Hall of Fame offensive tackle for the Oakland Raiders. Joined the team as a 3rd round draft pick in 1968 out of Maryland-Eastern Shore and played until 1982. Won 2 Super Bowls and made 8 Pro Bowls as well as 2 All Pro Teams. Named to the All-1970s Hall of Fame team. Spent a total of 7 seasons as the Raiders Head Coach finishing with a 52-56 record. Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1989.
Daryle Lamonica Passes Over the Chiefs Aaron Brown
Daryle Lamonica gets a passes over the Chiefs Aaron Brown.
Dave Casper
Marcus Allen carries against the Denver Broncos Defense in 1985
Los Angeles Raiders runner Marcus Allen (#32) finds himself surrounded a trio of Broncos in this Raiders/Broncos action in 1985. Broncos pictured above are Linebacker Steve Busick (#58), Nose Tackle Rubin Carter (#68) & Safety Dennis Smith (#49).
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Eric Allen Oakland Raiders 1997-2001
Dave Casper, Hall of Fame Tight End
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AFL Legend George Blanda
Fred Biletnikoff vs Bengals in 1969
Raider Fred Biletnikoff get double-covered against the Bengals in 1969. Biletnikoff was the AFL's #2 Pass Receiver with 54 grabs. Bengal #31 is Fletcher out of Tennessee State.
Marcus Allen on his Super Bowl XVIII Touchdown Run
LA Raiders runner Marcus Allen (#32) out runs the Redskins defense on this 3rd quarter 74-yard touchdown run in Super Bowl XVIII to put the Raiders ahead 35-9 and effectively dashing any hopes of a Washington comeback.
Daryle Lamonica is sacked by Gerry Philbin & Carl McAdams in 1968
From the Jets-Raiders Heidi game of 1968 - Jets lineman Gerry Philbin and Carl McAdams sack Raiders QB Daryle Lamonica
Sam Cunningham Runs through Raiders Defense
Art Shell
15 year Hall of Fame offensive tackle for the Oakland Raiders. Joined the team as a 3rd round draft pick in 1968 out of Maryland-Eastern Shore and played until 1982. Won 2 Super Bowls and made 8 Pro Bowls as well as 2 All Pro Teams. Named to the All-1970s Hall of Fame team. Spent a total of 7 seasons as the Raiders Head Coach finishing with a 52-56 record. Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1989.
George Blanda, Oakland Raiders Kicker in 1970
Raiders kicker George Blanda in 1970. Still the Raiders All-Time Leading Scorer with 865 points. That's Daryle Lamonica holding.
Early 1970s Oakland Raiders Marv Hubbard, Bob Brown & Daryle Lamonica
Raiders - early 1970s. Pictured are running back Marv Hubbard (at far left), offensive tackle Bob Brown (center), quarterback Daryle Lamonica (background) and tight end Bob Moore (foreground)
Abner Haynes Runs Through the Raiders Defense in 1962
Texans runner Abner Haynes (#28), runs through the Oakland Raiders defense in 1962 AFL action. Also pictured are Raiders defensive players Charley Powell (#87), Alex Bravo (#47), Bob Garner (#28), and Riley Morris (#55). Texans pictured with Haynes - fullback Bo Dickinson (#32) & lineman Jon Gilliam (#65).
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Ben Davidson Pressures Dolphin QB George Wilson
Raider Ben Davidson applies pressure to Dolphin QB George Wilson
Eric Dickerson of the Los Angeles Raiders
One year as a Raider - in 1992 he rushed for 729 yards and 2 touchdowns.
George Blanda Kicking as Kenny Stabler Holds in 1975
2 of Pro Footballs All-Time Greats. Kenny Stabler holds while the timeless George Blanda kicks the winning fieldgoal in the 1975 overtime win over Washington.
Gene Upshaw Oakland Raiders Left Guard
Former 1st-round draft pick out of Texas A&I by the Oakland Raiders. Considered one of the dominating offensive line man of the 1960s and 1970s. Played 15 seasons in Oakland, making 7 Pro Bowls and 5 All-Pro teams. In ducted into the Hall of Fame in 1987.
Dave Casper
Willie Davis & Ron Kostelnik sack Daryle Lamonica in Super Bowl II
Packers dominate the Raiders in Super Bowl II. Willie Davis crashes through to smother Oakland quarterback Daryle Lamonica. Davis had 3 sacks in Green Bay's win. Also seen are Packer's defensive lineman Ron Kostelnik (#77) and Raiders guard Wayne Hawkins (#65).
Jim Otto, Raiders All AFL Center
The only All League center the AFL ever had - Raider Jim Otto.
Dave Casper
Greg Townsend 1991 All AFC Pro Set NFL Football Card #418
Greg Townsend of the Raiders made his first Pro Bowl in 1991 after posting 12½ sacks in 1990. Here is his All-AFC Pro Set card for the 1991 Pro Bowl.
Raiders Quarterback Daryle Lamonica
The Raiders Quarterback from 1967 to 1964. Stills ranks #4 on the Raiders All-Time Passing Yards List with 16655 yards.
Ken Stabler
Bo Jackson
Terry Bradshaw and Rocky Bleier of the Steelers - Dan Conners and Phil Villapiano of the Raiders
Early 1970s Steeler-Raiders action. Quarterback Terry Bradshaw rolls out against Raiders defenders Dan Conners and Phil Villapiano. Running back Rocky Bleier can be seen blocking at left.
Marcus Allen
Ranked as #72 on The Sporting New top 100 Greatest Football Players, he was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2003.
Ben Davidson
Greg Townsend Raiders
A veteran of 12 seasons with the Raiders, Townsend led the team in sacks every year from 1987 to 1991.
Ke Stabler TD Pass Against Miami in the 1974 AFC Playoffs
With Dolphins lineman Vern den Herder (#83) literally on his heels Raiders QB Ken Stabler launches a desperation pass into the endzone late in the 4th quarter of the opening round of the 1974 AFC playoff game against Miami. With 35 seconds left The Snake scrambled and, while falling, connected with Clarence Davis in the endzone for an 8-yard score to put the Raiders on top 28-26. Raider #78 behind Stabler is Hall of Famer Art Shell.
Marcus Allen
16-year NFL veteran Marcus Allen was a First Round Draft Pick of the Oakland Raiders in 1982 from USC. During his time in professional football he rushed for 12243 yards and 123 touchdowns. He is still #13 on the All-Time Career List for Yards Rushing and #3 for Rushing Touchdowns.
Oakland Raider Lineman Ben Davidson
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Oakland Raiders All Pro Gene Upshaw
The 7-time Pro Bowler played 15 seasons for the Oakland Raiders.
Marcus Allen
Ranked as #72 on The Sporting New top 100 Greatest Football Players, he was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2003.
Don Maynard and Warren Powers in 1966 AFL Action
The Jets Wide receiver battles with Raiders defender Warren Powers for the ball in 1966 AFL action
Ted Hendricks
Fred Biletnikoff
Hall of Fame Receiver, Oakland Raiders 1965-1978
Fred Biletnikoff 1970 Oakland Raiders Topps Football Card #85
His 6th season with the Raiders. Led the team with 45 catches. Named to the 1970 Pro Bowl - the first Pro Bowl of the newly merged league.
George Blanda Under Pressure from Lloyd Voss of the Steelers in 1970
George Blanda begins his epic run in 1970 against the Steelers. At 43 years of age, he replaced an injured Daryle Lamonica and threw 3 touchdown passes and kicked a field goal as Oakland won 31-14. Blanda would play a major role in each of the ensuing 4 raider victories.
Ken Stabler
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Fred Biletnikoff and Raider Quarterback Daryle Lamonica
Willie Brown
Fred Biletnikoff
Hall of Fame Receiver, Oakland Raiders 1965-1978
Ken Stabler
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Ken Stabler
A 2nd round pick of the Oakland Raiders in 1968 after a brilliant collegiate career at Alabama he would play 10 years in Oakland earning 4 Pro Bowls, the 1974 NFL MVP Award, the 1976 Bert Bell Award, an NFL Championship in 1976 and a spot on the All-1970s NFL team.
Billy Cannon, Oakland Raiders, 1964-1969
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Willie Brown
Jim Otto Center Oakland Raiders
Rod Woodson
After an incredible career with the Steelers and Ravens Rod Woodson joined the Raiders in 2002. In his first year with Oakland he led the NFL with 8 interceptions and was named All-Pro.
Fred Biletnikoff, Hall of Fame Receiver
Bob Brown snarling on the Raiders sidelines
Fred Biletnikoff
Oakland Raider Receiver Fred Biletnikoff
Lyle Alzado, Defensive Lineman Oakland Raiders
Ben Davidson NFL Raiders
Ken Stabler
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Ted Hendricks
Dave Casper
Kenny Stabler under Pressure
Raiders Quarterback Kenny Stabler under pressure from Colts linebacker Ed Simonini
Billy Cannon 1968 Oakland Raiders Topps Card
The Heisman Trophy Award winner from LSU in 1958, Billy Cannon played the entire duration of the AFL from 1960-1970. He played tight end for the Oakland Raiders 6 of those years.
Mike Haynes 1989 LA Raiders Pro Set Football Card #462
Hall of Famer Mike Haynes last season of a 14-year career, 7 seasons as a Patriot and 7 as a Raider. When he retired in 1989 he ranked #12 on the Raiders All Time Interception list with 18. His 28 as a Patriot was still #4 for that franchise.
Greg Townsend
Gene Upshaw 1979 Oakland Raiders Topps Football Card #260
His 1979 Topps card and 13th season in the NFL. Started all 16 games.
George Blanda, Old Man of the Oakland Raiders
Just a nice pic of Raiders legend George Blanda. #63 on the ground is Hall of Famer Gene Upshaw.
Ronnie Lott and Raiders stop Emmitt Smith
Marcus Allen Oakland Raider Running Back
Ranked as #72 on The Sporting New top 100 Greatest Football Players, he was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2003.
Jim Otto and Daryle Lamonica | Oakland Raiders
Here he sets up to protect quarterback Daryle Lamonica.
Greg Townsend 1991 Los Angeles Raiders Pro Set Card #195
A Pro Bowler in 1991 - his 9th season with the Raiders, he led the Los Angeles defense with 13 sacks.
Willie Brown Super Bowl Interception
Raider defender Willie Brown had only 1 interception during the 1976 playoffs but it was a big one. His 75-yard TD return of Fran Tarkenton in the 4th quarter of Super Bowl XI killed any hopes of a Viking comeback.
Charlie Smith is stopped by Nick Buoniconti and the Miami Dolphins Defense
The Raiders Charlie Smith runs into a wall of Dolphins led by linebacker Nick Buoniconti along with Bob Matheson (#53) and Vern Den Herder (#83). The Raider on the ground is tackle John Vella.
Raiders running Back Marcus Allen
The Hall of Famer still holds the best ever rushing season for the Raiders franchise - his 1759 yards in 1984 has yet to be topped.
Greg Townsend LA Raiders
A 2-time Pro Bowler and a 4-Time All Pro, Townsend scored a total of 3 touchdowns (2 on interceptions and 1 on a fumble recovery) during his 13 seasons with the Raiders.
Here he is chasing down Giant Quarterback Phil Simms.
Brad Van Pelt Tackles Craig James
After 11 seasons with the New York Giants Pro Bowl Linebacker joined the Los Angeles Raiders for the 1984 and 1985 seasons. He started 23 games, nabbed 2 interception and recorded 5 sacks.
Ted Hendricks
Fred Biletnikoff, Raiders Wide Receiver
George Blanda 1969 Oakland Raiders Topps AFL Football Card #232
His 20th year in Pro Ball. In 1969 his primary job was kicking and he was the Raiders top scorer with 105 points.
Willie Brown & Monte Johnson, Raiders vs Tony Reed, Chiefs in 1978
"Old Man Willie" Brown is shown here in 1978 with linebacker Monte Johnson. 1978 was Willie Brown's 16th and final year in the NFL. In 1984 he was inducted into the Hall of Fame.