Carl Banks, Linebacker. New York Giants
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Joe Morris New York Giants 1985
In 1985 he was the league's leader with 21 rushing touchdowns. He was also #4 in rushing yards with 1336.
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Craig Morton sacked by Diron Talbert
Giants Quarterback Craig Morton goes down at the efforts Washington Redskins defensive tackle Diron Talbert.
Allegedly, the phrase “Sack the Quarterback” came about after Rams Head Coach Joe Gibbs made the comment “we’re going to take that Morton salt and put him into a sack” before a game against Morton when he was playing for the Dallas Cowboys.
Giants Linebacker Sam Huff about to delivers a Big Hit on Steelers QB Bobby Layne
Old school NFL – Late 1950s. Giants linebacker Sam Huff (#70) charges hard as Steelers quarterback Bobby Layne (#22) tires to get the pass off.
Jim Brown and Sam Huff – a drawing by Rob Riger
Sports artist and photographer Rob Riger illustrates a glimpse of the action that was in the games between the New York Giants and Cleveland Browns when Hall of Famers Jim Brown (#32) and Sam Huff (#70) clashed.
Frank Gifford & Roosevelt Brown against the Cleveland Browns
Franks Gifford (#16) gets a big block from Roosevelt Brown (#79) as he carries outside against the Cleveland Browns. In 1959 Gifford made his last of 8 NFL All Pro Teams in his career when he tallied 1308 yards from scrimmage averaging 119 yards rushing and receiving a game.
Along with Rosey Brown and Frank Gifford we see Giants teammates Darrell Dess (#62) & Charley Connerly (#42) with Bob Gain (#79) and defensive back Jim Shofner (#44) on the receiving end of Brown's takedown.
Wilbert Montgomery, Eagles Runner against George Martin of the Giants in 1978
Eagles runner Wilbert Montgomery (#31) carries outside against the Giants as fullback Mike Hogan (#35) gets between him and New York lineman George Martin (#75). Philadelphia QB Ron Jaworski (#7) is in the backfield.
In 1978 Montgomery was the Eagles leading ground gainer with 1220 yards, a 4.7 YPC average and 9 touchdowns.
Brad Van Pelt Defends against Henry Childs
Pro Bowl Linebacker defending against New Orleans Saints Tight End Henry Childs. In his 11 seasons with the Giants he hauled in 18 picks. He also had 2 more as an Oakland Raider during his 2 years there.
1956 Bears – Giants NFL Championship, Andy Robustelli, Rosey Grier & Stan Jones
Action from the 1956 Giants-Bears Championship game of 1956. Herman Clark (#65) and Stan Jones (#78) pulling out to block while JC Caroline (#25) leads Bears runner Bobby Watkins (#45). Giants defender Rosey Grier (#76) swoops in from behind. Other players noted are Giants Andy Robustelli (#81) and Bill Svoboda (#30). For the Bears there's QB Ed Brown (#15) & End Jim Dooley (#43). When it was all over the Giants ended up dominating the Bears 47-7.
Bill George & Larry Morris with YA Tittle 1963 Bears- Giants NFL Title Game
Bears linebackers Bill George (#61) & Larry Morris (#33) have just brought a little heat on Giants QB YA Tittle (#14) during the 1963 NFL Championship game. The Bears pulled this one out 14-10 as the Bears defense collected 5 Giants interceptions in the win.
Joe Morrison (#40) doesn't look happy.
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1986 1st-team All-Pro Quarterback Phil Simms
Giants Linebacker Carl Banks
1984 All-Rookie Team and 1987 Pro Bowler
Bobby Mitchell Outruns the Giants Defense
Newly acquired from the Browns Bobby Mitchell quickly earned his spot on the Redskins roster in 1962. Here he out distances Rosey Grier (#76), Sam Huff (#70), Dan Modzelewski (#77) and the rest of the Giants defense.
The New York Giants Defense of the Early 1960s
The New York Giants defense of the Early 1960s. With the exception of #82 linebacker Tom Scott, this was the Giants lineup for most of the late 50s as well. From left to right – Tom Scott (#82), Andy Robustelli (#81), Sam Huff (#70), Rosey Grier (#76), Dick Modzelewski (#77) & Jim Katcavage (#75). We also think the players visible behind Grier and Modzelewski are Erich Barnes (#49) and Cliff Livingston (#89).
Craig Morton Under Pressure from Ralph Baker and the Jets Defense in 1974
Newly aquired from the Cowboys Craig Morton (#15) finds himself getting crowded by linebacker Ralph Baker (#51) and the rest of the Jets defense in 1974.
Phil Simms
In 1986 Simms led the Giants to a 14-2 record NFC Eastern Division Title and was named the Super Bowl XXI MVP after completing 22 of 25 passes for 268 yards and 3 touchdowns in a 39-20 victory over the Denver Broncos.
Alex Webster
Originally an 11th round draft of the Washington Redskins out of North Carolina State. He opted to go to the Canadian Football league and played for the Montreal Alouettes for 2 seasons. After joining the Giants in 1955 he led the team in rushing and would remain a major player for New York until 1964 making the Pro Bowl in 1958 and 1961 while helping the Giants to 6 Division Championships. At present he is still the #5 All Time leading rusher for the Giants with 4638 yards. He was inducted into New York Giants Ring of Honor in 2011.
Jim Brown carries against the Giants in 1961
The Browns great runner takes a hand off from Quarterback Milt Plum (#16) and gets ready to go through a huge hole in the Giants defense. In front of Brown is All-Pro guard Jim Ray Smith (#64) and Ray Renfro (#26) at far right. Giants defenders pictured are Rosey Greer (#76, Andy Robustelli (#81), Jim Katcavage (#75) & Cliff Livingston (#89).
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Rosey Grier, New York Giants
In a photo from his days at Penn State – played 7 seasons with the Giants then 4 with the Rams. All Pro in 1956 when the Giants won an NFL title.
Alan Ameche is brought down by Sam Huff and Jimmy Patton
Despite the efforts of Jimmy Patton (#20), Sam Huff (#70) and an additional Giant Colt runner Alan Ameche still makes forward progess against the New York defense. Center Buzz Nutter (#50) and defensive end Cliff Livingston (#89) are seen in the background.
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Frank Gifford, Ray Wietecha & Alex Webster in 1957 Giants vs Colts
Giants runner Frank Gifford (#16) turns upfield as Jesse Thomas (#40) of the Colts works in vain to stop him. Fellow Giants Bill Austin (#60), Ray Wietecha (#55) & Alex Webster (#29) lead interference in this 1957 Colts-Giant showdown.
Frank Ryan passes to Jim Brown Cleveland Browns vs New York Giants
Under a heavy Giants rush Browns quarterback Frank Ryan (#13) finds an open Jim Brown (#32) out in the flat. Giants applying the pressure are Dick Modzelewski (#77), Andy Robustelli (#81) and John LoVetere (#76). Browns offensive lineman Frank Morze (#53) offers support.
Rosey Grier rushing Sonny Jurgensen
Eagles fullback Clarence Peaks is caught between 2 Giants as big Rosey Grier (#76) and Dick Modzelewski (#77) put the heat on quarterback Sonny Jurgensen (#9).
Roosevelt Brown 1957 New York Giants Topps Football Card #11
In 1957 he was headed into his 5th year in the NFL. Started all 12 games and made his 3rd straight All Pro selection.
Charley Taylor vs Bennie McRae of the New York Giants in 1971
Making a catch against Giants defender Bennie McRae
YA Tittle scores against Detroit in 1962
Lions cornerback can do little more than watch as Giants quarterback YA Tittle crosses the goal-line on a 4-yard boot leg in this 1962 contest between New York and Detroit. The Giants pulled the win off this day 17-14.
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Chuck Bednarik blocks Sam Huff as Clarence Peaks hits the line of scrimmage
A clash of NFL legends. Philadelphia Eagles center Chuck Bednarik (#60) gets between Giants linebacker Sam Huff (#70) and running back Clarence Peaks (#26) in this early 1960s contest between two of profootballs most established organizations.
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Frank Gifford, 1962 New York Giants
Del Shofner
Here he make's a big grab against Philadelphia in 1963 against defender Irv Cross. 1963 was his third consecutive 1000urlencodedmlaplussign yard season with the Giants. In this particular game against the Eagles he had a total of 6 catches for 119 yards and a touchdown. The final score, New York 42 Philadelphia 14.
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Frank Gifford makes a catch against Dick Haley | Giants-Steelers 1963 NFL
The last game of the 1963 season, Frank Gifford (#16) makes a catch against the Steelers Dick Haley (#27). 1963 was Gifford's 11th of 12 years in the league and by this time he was used more as a receiver than a runningback. His 42 catches were second best for the Giants that year.
New York Giants Sideline in 1956
From the 1956 Championship season. New York Giant players (from left to right) – Frank Gifford , Ray Beck, Charley Conerly and Alex Webster.
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Brad Van Pelt, Troy Archer and John Mendenhall Stop Wilbur Jackson in 1977
From the 1977 Giants 20-17 win over the 49ers – New York defenders Brad Van Pelt (#10), Troy Archer (#77) and John Mendenhall (#64) converge on San Francisco runner Wilbur Jackson (#40). 49er lineman Steve Lawson (#65) is also shown.
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YA Tittle 2013 Topps Hall of Fame Archives Set #65
The Hall of Famer played for the 49ers and then the Giants way back in the 1950s and early 1960s. Here he is honored on the 2013 Topps Archives series cards that depicted recent players on retro card designs and a few past players – like Tittle above – on the more recent layouts. He retired in 1964 but the design is from Topps 1985 style.
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Phil Simms, NY Giants Quarterback
Giants quarterback Phil Simms was a 1st-round draft pick in 1979 out of Morehead State in Kentucky.
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Linebacker New York Giants
Rosey Brown Giants Offensive Lineman 1953 to 1965
Brad Van Pelt
A member of the famed “Crunch Bunch” – the New York Giants linebacking corps of the early 1980s. Regarded by many as one of the most dominant defensive groups in NFL history the players had a total of 24 Pro Bowls and 2 Hall of Fame members. Van Pelt passed away in February of 2009 from an apparent heart attack. He was 57.
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Fran Tarkenton throws to Joe Morrison with Chuck Walker of the Cardinals rushing in 1970
Cardinals-Giants 1970 – Under pressure from the Cardinals Chuck Walker, Giants QB Fran Tarkenton gets a pass off in the direction of Runningback Joe Morrison (#40).
Rosey Brown, NY Giants, NFL Hall of Fame Lineman
A 27th round draft pick from little Morgan State Rosey Brown made the Giants starting lineup as a rookie in 1953 and finished with a 13-year Hall of fame that included 6 All Pro Team selections. Named the the 1950s All Decade Team and the NFL's 75th & 100th Anniversary Teams as well.
Bronko Nagurski and the 1934 NFL Title Game Against the Giants
Hall of Famer Mel Hein (#7) and the Giants defense bring down NFL legend Bronko Nagurski in the 1934 NFL Title game that pitted the Chicago Bears and New York Giants against each other. The Giants won 30-13 holding the great Nagurski to 68 yards and 1 touchdown.
Jim Brown runs through Jimmy Patton and Dick Modzelewski of the Giants
Jimmy Patton (#20) holds on to Browns runner Jimmy Brown (#32) as Brown carries against the Giants. Defensive lineman Dick Modzelewski (#77) moves in to assist.
Billy Wade Sacked during the 1963 NFL Title Game against the Giants
Bears quarterback Bill Wade after being sacked during the 1963 NFL Title Game against the Giants. Giants shown are Sam Huff (#70), Alber Gursky (#33) & John LeVetere (#76)
Brad Van Pelt
11 seasons with New York, here he is in a November 1977 game against the Dallas Cowboys. He was the only member of the Giants squad to make the Pro Bowl that year.
Alex Webster – 1957 New York Giants
Picture from 1957. Alex Webster finished his 10-year career with the Giants with 4638 yards on 1196 attempts (a 3.9 average) and 39 touchdowns. He also had 240 catches and 2679 yards, a 11.2 average-yards-per-catch and 17 receiving toucdowns.
YA Tittle with Head Coach Allie Sherman in 1962
The Giants veteran quarterback confers with Head Coach Allie Sherman in 1962.
Brad Van Pelt leads the Giants defense in stopping Larry Brown of the Washington Redskins
Giants-Redskins around 1974. Giants linebacker Brad Van Pelt led the New York Giants defense in stopping Redskins runner Larry Brown. Other players here are Giant defenders Pete Athas (#45) & Eldridge Small (#18) with Redskin tight end Alvin Reed (#88).
Jim Patton of the Giants with the Eagles Chuck Bednarik
Longtime Giants player Jim Patton with Eagles great Chuck Bednarik.
Sam Huff
Chosen to the 1950s Hall of Fame Team he went to 4 Pro Bowls and made 2 NFL All-Pro teams during his 8 year career with the New York Giants.
Alex Webster
Originally an 11th round draft of the Washington Redskins out of North Carolina State. He opted to go to the Canadian Football league and played for the Montreal Alouettes for 2 seasons. After joining the Giants in 1955 he led the team in rushing and would remain a major player for New York until 1964 making the Pro Bowl in 1958 and 1961 while helping the Giants to 6 Division Championships. At present he is still the #5 All Time leading rusher for the Giants with 4638 yards. He was inducted into New York Giants Ring of Honor in 2011.
Giants Kicker Raul Allegre
New York kicker from 1986 to 1991. Won 2 Super Bowls. His 340 career points as a Giants is still #11 on the franchise All Time Scoring List.
Alan Ameche Carries in the 1958 Title Game Against Giants
Colts fullback Alan Ameche (#35) bulls ahead as the Giants defense closes in. In the 1958 NFL Championship game Ameche scored 2 touchdowns – the last was the 1-yard game winning dive that won it for the Colts in overtime. Also seen in the picture are Colt Hall of Famer Jim Parker (#77) and Giants Carl Karilivacz (#21), Dick Modzelewski (#77) & Harland Svare (#84)
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Giants QB Earl Morrall Rushed by Bears Dick Evey & Doug Atkins
Giants quarterback Earl Morrall comes under some duress from Bears Dick Evey and Doug Atkins. Morrall spent 3 seasons with the Giants. He was the starter in 1965, won 7 games and threw 22 touchdowns.
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Frank Gifford 1956 New York Giants Topps NFL Football Card #53
The Giants Frank Gifford on his 1956 Topps card – In 1956 the Giants defeated the Chicago Bears for the NFL Title and Frank Gifford was a big part of it. Leading the league with 1422 Total Yards from Scrimmage he was named to his second straight All Pro Team and his 4th consecutive Pro Bowl.
Frank Gifford
Played for the Giants from 1952-64 (sat out the 1961 season after a devastating injury in 1960). Made the Pro Bowl as both
an offensive and defensive back during his 12-year career. Eight-time Pro Bowler and the 1956 NFL player of the year. Among Giants players he ranks #1 in Career Touchdowns scored: 78, #2 in Most Receiving Yards: 5,434, #3 with 9,753 Total Career Yards, #6 on the All-Time Receiving List with 367 receptions and #8 on the All-time Rushing list with 3,609 yards.
Phil Simms
After a shaky start he emerged into arguably one of the top quarterbacks of the 1980s – a 2-time Pro Bowler in 1985 and 1993, and the 1986 NFL MVP he led the Giants to post season play 5 seasons and a league championship in 1986.
Raul Allegre 1988 New York Giants Topps NFL Football Trading Card #278
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A portrait of the Giants Super Bowl MVP Quarterback Phil Simms.
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Del Shofner
After 4 years with the Rams he was traded to the Giants in 1961. He remained with New York the rest of his career making 3 All Pro Teams. When he retired in 1967 he was the Giants #2 All-Time Career Receptions Leader (239 catches) and the #3 All-Time Career Receiving Yardage leader (4315 yards) He also had 35 touchdown catches.
Larry Csonka New York Giants
After a brief stay in the World Football league Larry Csonka joined the New York Giants in 1976 and spent 3 seasons there.
Alex Webster
Originally an 11th round draft of the Washington Redskins out of North Carolina State. He opted to go to the Canadian Football league and played for the Montreal Alouettes for 2 seasons. After joining the Giants in 1955 he led the team in rushing and would remain a major player for New York until 1964 making the Pro Bowl in 1958 and 1961 while helping the Giants to 6 Division Championships. At present he is still the #5 All Time leading rusher for the Giants with 4638 yards. He was inducted into New York Giants Ring of Honor in 2011.
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Brad Van Pelt
A member of the famed “Crunch Bunch” – the New York Giants linebacking corps of the early 1980s. Regarded by many as one of the most dominant defensive groups in NFL history the players had a total of 24 Pro Bowls and 2 Hall of Fame members. Van Pelt passed away in February of 2009 from an apparent heart attack. He was 57.
Phil Simms
199 passing touchdowns and over 33,000 yards passing during his 14-years career as with The New York Giants.
Larry Csonka, Giants 1976-1978
Larry Csonka played 3 seasons for the Giants. From 1976 to 1978
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Carl Banks, Linebacker. New York Giants
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YA Tittle, 1962 New York Giants Quarterback
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YA Tittle drops back to pass | 1961 New York Giants Offense
Giants quarterback YA Tittle drops back to pass behind his offense in 1961. #29 is Alex Webster, #35, Bob Gaiters, #53, Greg Larson (#53), center Ray Wietecha, #55 & the on-coming Ram is rookie Deacon Jones (#75).
Giants Runner Ron Johnson | Redskins Tackle Diron Talbert
Legendary Giants runner Ron Johnson (#30) carries against the Washington Redskins defense led by longtime defensive lineman Diron Talbert.
Frank Gifford, NY Giants Flanker
After a savage injury in 1960 Frank Gifford sat out the 1961 season and in 1962 switched over from runningback to flanker. He did well enough after the transition to earn a Pro Bowl spot in 1963.
New York Giants Linebacker Carl Banks
Gene “Big Daddy” Lipscomb and Rosey Brown
A battle between 2 of the NFL's biggest stars of the 1950s – Colts defensive tackle Eugene Lipscomb and Giants Hall offensive tackle of Famer Rosey Brown of the Giants.
Fran Tarkenton Escapes Frank Bosch of the Redskins
Already well know for his scrambling talents he continued to elude defenders even while he was a New York Giant. In his 5 seasons there he ran for 1126 yards, 10 touchdowns and managed a 5.3 YPC average.
Carl Banks, Linebacker. New York Giants
Alex Webster
Originally an 11th round draft of the Washington Redskins out of North Carolina State. He opted to go to the Canadian Football league and played for the Montreal Alouettes for 2 seasons. After joining the Giants in 1955 he led the team in rushing and would remain a major player for New York until 1964 making the Pro Bowl in 1958 and 1961 while helping the Giants to 6 Division Championships. At present he is still the #5 All Time leading rusher for the Giants with 4638 yards. He was inducted into New York Giants Ring of Honor in 2011.
Joe Morris
Two-Time Pro Bowler played 7 seasons with the New York Giants named All-Pro in 1986. Made the Pro Bowl twice, in 1985 and 1986.
Sam Huff brings down Jim Brown
Giants linebacker Sam Huff holds on for dear life as he stops Browns great Jim Brown. All Pro Safety Jim Patton (#20) moves in to assist.
Giants Quarterback YA Tittle in 1962
Guiding the Giants to an NFL Championship showdown with the Packers in 1962.
YA Tittle and Rosey Brown on Giants Sideline Around 1964
Hall of Famers Rosey Brown and YA Tittle take a knee on the Giant's sideline probably sometime around 1964. Both legends were at the end of their long and distinguished careers. Tittle had a total of 17 years in the NFL and Brown had 13.
Alex Webster
Originally an 11th round draft of the Washington Redskins out of North Carolina State. He opted to go to the Canadian Football league and played for the Montreal Alouettes for 2 seasons. After joining the Giants in 1955 he led the team in rushing and would remain a major player for New York until 1964 making the Pro Bowl in 1958 and 1961 while helping the Giants to 6 Division Championships. At present he is still the #5 All Time leading rusher for the Giants with 4638 yards. He was inducted into New York Giants Ring of Honor in 2011.
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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.
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Bart Starr of the Packers and Sam Huff the Giants
Twice in 1961 and 1962 the Packers and Giants met in the NFL Title game and both times the outcome were Packer victories. Here he matches the determination of Giants Hall of Fame middle Linebacker Sam Huff.
Giants Hall of Fame Lineman Rosey Brown
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Brad Van Pelt
A member of the famed “Crunch Bunch” – the New York Giants linebacking corps of the early 1980s. Regarded by many as one of the most dominant defensive groups in NFL history the players had a total of 24 Pro Bowls and 2 Hall of Fame members. Van Pelt passed away in February of 2009 from an apparent heart attack. He was 57.
Paul Hornung, Packers and Dick Modzelewski & Bill Winter, Giants in 1962
Paul Hornung runs past Giants Dick Modzelewski (#77) & rookie Bill Winter (#31) of St. Olaf College in 1962. Hornung was the Packers #2 scorer that year with 74 points – 7 touchdowns, 14 xtra points and 6 field goals.
Jim Taylor & Max McGee against Jim Katcavage and the NY Giants defense
Jim Taylor (#31) of the Green Bay Packers carries the ball during a circa 1960s game against the New York Giants. Packer #85 is tight end Max McGee and Giant #75 is Hall of Famer Jim Katcavage – photo credit Jim Riger
Ottis Anderson and his 1991 Pro Set 10,000 Yard Milestone Card
This Pro Set card, published in 1991, celebrates 1990 – his 12th pro season – and him becoming the 8th player in NFL history to gain 10,000 yards rushing in a career. He had a respectable year in 1990 with 784 yards and 11 touchdowns. He played 2 more seasons.
YA Tittle 1964 Tulane Game Program
Taken from a public relations game program in 1964. Tittle was entering his 17th NFL season as a New York Giant. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1971.
Del Shofner with the 1961 New York Giants
We think this image is from 1961 his after leaving the Rams and joining New York. He ended up the season as the Giants leading receiver as well as #2 in the league for receiving yards and #3 in catches. Good enough for 1st-Team NFL All-Pro.
His 1961 stats: 68 catches – 1125 yards – 16.5 YPC 11 TDs
Frank Gifford with Offensive Coordinator Vince Lombardi of the New York Giants
Vince Lombardi was the offensive coordinator of the Giants from 1954 to 1958. During that time Gifford was All-Pro 4 times and a Pro Bowler all 5 years. In 1956 he led the league in Yards From Scrimmage with 1422.
Rosey Brown Leads Frank Gifford | New York Giants
With Big Rosey Brown out in front to block Giants runner Frank Gifford gets ready to turn upfield.
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YA Tittle Giants QB
Cast off by San Francisco in 1960 after being deemed “Too Slow” to run the offense, YA Tittle was traded to New York for Defensive Lineman Lou Cordileone (who couldn't believe he was considered valuable enough for such a swap). Tittle responded by leading the Giants to consecutive NFL title games from 1960 to 1963.
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Carl Banks – NY Giants Linebacker
9-year veteran started 105 games for the Giants from 1984 to 1992. Recorded 36 sacks in that time.
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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)
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Sam Huff Horse Collars Jim Taylor
One of the legendary battles of the Old School NFL. The clashes of Jim Taylor of the Packers and Sam Huff of the Giants were always fierce and intense. Here Huff brings Taylor down with a tackle that would almost certainly be illegal in today's game.
New York Giants Roosevelt Brown
Hall of Fame lineman of the New York Giants – 9 Pro Bowls and 6 All Pro Teams in his 12-year NFL career.
Joe Morris
Two-Time Pro Bowler played 7 seasons with the New York Giants named All-Pro in 1986. Made the Pro Bowl twice, in 1985 and 1986.
Frank Gifford New York Giants
Wracked up over 9,000 Total Yards from Scrimmage in his 12-year NFL career. He also passed for 14 touchdowns running the halfback option play.
NY Giants runner Alex Webster in 1961
The league's #3 leading rusher in 1961 with 928 yards, Alex Webster carries against the Redskins.
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Sam Huff and Bobby Layne
Giants Hall of Fame middle linebacker Sam Huff (#70) puts the heat on Steelers quarterback Bobby Layne (#22).
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Sam Huff tackles Jim Brown
Giant great Sam Huff brings down Browns Hall of Fame fullback Jim Brown.
Joe Morris
Two-Time Pro Bowler played 7 seasons with the New York Giants named All-Pro in 1986. Made the Pro Bowl twice, in 1985 and 1986.
Alex Webster
Still the #5 All-Time Leading Rusher in New York Giants History. Alex Webster is also currently the Giants #10 All-Time leading Touchdown scorer as well.
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YA Tittle during the 1963 Bears-Giants NFL Title Game
Giants QB YA Tittle stands alone during the 1963 NFL title game against the Bears. He was 37 at this time and had just set a new NFL record of 36 touchdown passes.
Del Shofner, New York Giants Receiver in 1961
After 4 good seasons with the Rams deep threat receiver Del Shofner was aquired by Giants after former 49ers QB YA Tittle joined New York and strongly suggested his new team bring Shofner on. In 1961, his first season with the Giants, Shofner had 68 catches for 1125 yards and 11 touchdowns.
In the above picture he's making a TD catch against the Eagles.
Brad Van Pelt
A 2nd round draft pick in 1973 of the Giants, the former Maxwell Award winner from Michigan State University played 11 seasons making the Pro Bowl 5 times and was named the 1970s Player of the Decade by the Giants.
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The Giants signal caller during the 1980s – Phil Simms.
Giants All Pro Linebacker Brad Van Pelt
The Giants top draft pick in 1973 – Michigan State Linebacker Brad Van Pelt would be named to 5 All Pro Teams during his stay in New York.
Frank Gifford Halfback Option Pass
One of the most versatile player in the NFL at the time he was a true Triple Threat Option player able to run the ball, catch and throw it. He threw 14 touchdown passes in his career and had 823 yards passing.
Brian Schweda Saints and Fran Tarkington Giants
Eluding Brian Schweda of the Saints.
Well known for his scrambling – as of 2019 is still the Vikings #12 All-Time Leading Rusher with 2548 yards and 22 rushing touchdowns. Had a 52-yard TD run against the Rams in 1961.
Frank Gifford in 1956 | NY Giants Against the Philadelphia Eagles
1956, Giants and Eagles. New York Giants legend Frank Gifford gets a head of steam as he hits a hole in the Philadelphia Eagles defense. Gifford was the 1956 NFL MVP leading the league with 1422 Total Yards from Scrimmage. Pictured along with Gifford are fellow Giants Bill Austin (#60) & Mel Triplett (#33). Eagles identified are Tom Scott (#82), Wayne Robinson (#52) & Sid Youngelman (#73).
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Charlie Conerly and YA Tittle, a Rob Riger Photo
A Rob Riger photo from the early 1960s of New York Giants quarterbacking legends Charlie Conerly and YA Tittle.
Big Daddy Lipscomb Forces YA Tittle
Recently aquired from the Colts, Gene “Big Daddy” Lipscomb quickly instantly made his presence felt as a Steeler. Unofficially he had the most sacks in 1961 with 17.5. Here, along with other Steeler defenders, he forces a throw from Giants quarterback YA Tittle. Also pictured is linebacker #82 – longtime NFL veteran George Tarasovic who played 15 seasons.
The Giants Defense Surrounds Billy Wade of the Bears
Giant defenders close in on Bears quarterback Billy Wade (#9) as lineman Bob Wetoska (#63) struggles to hold off Jim Katcavage (#75). Fullback Joe Marconi (#34) appears to have been already overcome.
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Craig Morton with the New York Giants
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Larry Wilson stops Joe Morrison of the Giants
YA Tittle as the 1961 New York Giants Quarterback
One of the most respected quarterbacks in NFL History. The above picture, from the 1961 season – he has just been traded to the New York Giants.
He ended up with league MVP honors passing for over 2200 yards as he led the Giants to an Eastern Division title.
Visible in the foreground are #80, Joe Walton and #79, Hall of Famer Rosey Brown.
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Fran Tarkenton and Junior Coffey of the New York Giants
Fran Tarkenton as a New York Giant gets behind runningback Junior Coffey in this late 1960s photo.
Sam Huff
Chosen to the 1950s Hall of Fame Team he went to 4 Pro Bowls and made 2 NFL All-Pro teams during his 8 year career with the New York Giants.
Earl Morrall Pitches to Ernie Koy -1965 New York Giants
In 1965, his first year with the New York, the Giants were much improved over previous seasons finishing second in the NFL Eastern Division with a 7-7 record. Likewise 1965 was a very good season for Morrall as well. He ended up among the Top 10 quarterbacks of the league in every metric. He was 3rd in touchdown passes (22), 4th in Yards-per-Passing-Attempt (8.1), 5th is passing Yards (2446) and Passer Rating (86.3).
Lenny Moore catches a slant pass against Jimmy Patton and the Giants
Colt running back Lenny Moore (#24) is brought down immediately by defender Jimmy Patton (#20) after taking in a slant pass. Other players are Colt Jim Mutscheller (#84). Giants pictured are Dick Lynch (#22) & Lindon Crow (#41).
Del Shofner
After 4 years with the Rams he was traded to the Giants in 1961. He remained with New York the rest of his career making 3 All Pro Teams. When he retired in 1967 he was the Giants #2 All-Time Career Receptions Leader (239 catches) and the #3 All-Time Career Receiving Yardage leader (4315 yards) He also had 35 touchdown catches.
Larry Brown runs against Fred Dryer and the Giants in 1969
Larry Brown, rookie out of Kansas State, carries against the Giants in 1969. The Giant's #89 in the background is rookie Fred Dryer from San Diego State.
Phil Simms 1990 New York Giants Topps NFL Football Trading Card #51
His 12th year in the NFL, in 1990 he was 35 years old and having a good year until he broke his foot in Week 15. He then watched his back-up, Jeff Hostetler, led the Giants to the Super Bowl and a win over the Buffalo Bills.
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Quarterback Craig Morton
Craig Morton of the New York Giants
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Earl Morrall in 1966 as a New York Giant
Under a furious charge of Washington Redskins in 1966.
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#55 – Chris Hanburger
#73 – Stan Jones
#77 – Walt Barnes
Frank Gifford of the 1957 New York Giants
From 1957, Giants All Pro running back Frank Gifford turns upfield with Cardinal defender Jack Jennings hanging on.
Craig Morton with Bill Arnsparger
Giants quarterback Craig Morton shown here with head coach Bill Arnsparger – both arrived in New York in 1974 and both were gone by 1976.
Del Shofner 1964 New York Giants
From the 1964 offseason. This particular image came from a exhibition season program between the Packers and Cardinals played at Tulane Stadium in New Orleans.
Brad Van Pelt
A 2nd round draft pick in 1973 of the Giants, the former Maxwell Award winner from Michigan State University played 11 seasons making the Pro Bowl 5 times and was named the 1970s Player of the Decade by the Giants.
Colts Head Coach Weeb Ewbank confronts Sam Huff during the 1958 NFL Championship Game
Tempers flare during the 1958 NFL Championship game as Colts head coach Weeb Ewbank has words with Giants linebacker Sam Huff after Huff tackled Colts receiver Raymond Berry. Ewbank felt Huff knee'd Berry as he was down. Ewbank took a swing at Huff striking him in the facemask.
Photo from the Man in Sport Photo Exhibit | Johnny Unitas going against the Giants in the 1958 NFL Championship
One of the photos from Sports Photographer Bob Riger's Man in Sport Photo Exhibit. This one is taken from the 1958 NFL Championship game between the Baltimore Colts and the New York Giants. The Giants rush appears halted as the Colts signal caller sets to throw downfield.
Other Colts pictured along with Unitas are #63 – Art Spinney, #50 – Buzz Nutter, #60 – George Prias and #35 – Alan Ameche. For New York #77 – Dick Modzelewski looks on as Jim Katcavage leaps with out stretched arms.
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1956 Frank Gifford Touchdown Catch
The 1956 NFL MVP catches 1 of his 4 touchdowns that year.
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Rosey Grier, Sam Huff & Dick Modzelewski of the New York Giants Defense Sack Redskins QB Ralph Guglielmi
Another image of that great NY Giants defense of the early 1960s – here Rosey Grier, Sam Huff & Dick Modzelewski converge on Redskins QB Ralph Guglielmi. We think Redskin #65 is guard Vince Promuto.
Dick Lynch, Rosey Grier & Sam Huff of the 1961 NY Giants Defense
1961 New York Giants Defense in action against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Dick Lynch (#22), Rosey Grier (#76) & Sam Huff (#70) swarm over the Steelers Hall of Fame runner John Henry Johnson – recognizable only by the number on his helmet. Also shown are the Giants Cliff Livingston (#89) and the Steelers Dan James (#55). The unidentified Giant behind Grier may be Dick Nolan (#25).
Sam Huff stops Billy Ray Barnes of the Eagles
Classic NFL Rivalry. Giants-Eagles of the 1950s. Giants linebacker Sam Huff wraps up Eagles running Back Billy Ray Barnes.
YA Tittle with Frank Gifford New York Giants
2 aging stars in the twilight of their careers. In 1961 YA Tittle joined the Giants and when Gifford rejoined the team in 1962 both men retired after the 1964 campaign. During that period from 1961 to 1964 the Giants won 3 East Divisional Titles while Tittle proved his career was hardly over with 3 Pro Bowl selections and making the All-Pro team 1962 and 1963. Gifford returned in 1962 after sitting out a year following that hellacious hit he received from Eagles linebacker Chuck Bednarik as a receiver. He made the Pro Bowl in 1963.
Frank Gifford Intercepts Otto Graham
As a rookie he started in the defensive backfield and by 1953 had earned a spot in the Pro Bowl as a Left Cornerback. Here he is during the 1952 season after just picking off an Otto Graham pass.
Del Shofner
This Baylor running back was selected as the 1957 Sugar Bowl MVP before he joined the Rams as their 1st round draft pick. Twice named to the All Pro Team as a Ram he led the NFL with 1097 receiving yards in 1958.
Alex Webster & Hugh McElhenny, 1963 New York Giants
Two of the game's legends in the last years of their careers. Together on the 1963 New York Giants team, Alex Webster & Hugh McElhenny have a chat in 1963. After 9 seasons in San Francisco and two in Minnesota, it was McElhenny's only year with New York. For Webster it was his 9th year as a Giant. Both would play one more season. In 1970 McElhenny would make it to the Hall of Fame.
Alex Webster – 1961 New York Giants
From a 1961 game against Pittsburgh where Webster scored 2 touchdowns in a 42-21 victory over the Steelers. He had 79 yards rushing yards on the day.
Pictured are New York Giant players #85 Del Shofner, #65 Mickey Walker and #29 Alex Webster. For the Pittsburgh Steelers #20 Bill Butler, #82 George Tarasovic and #76 Gene “Big Daddy” Lipscomb.
Earl Morrall Hands off to Giants Runner Ernie Koy
A pic from his stay with the Giants. #23 is runner Ernie Koy.
Sam Huff
Chosen to the 1950s Hall of Fame Team he went to 4 Pro Bowls and made 2 NFL All-Pro teams during his 8 year career with the New York Giants.
Sam Huff & Rosey Grier of the New York Giants
Two big reasons for the success of the Giants defense in the late 1950s and early 1960s – linebacker Sam Huff (#70) and defensive tackle Rosey Grier (#76).
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Joe Morris NY Giants Running Back
Giants All Pro runner Joe Morris – had 3 1000+ yards rushing seasons during his career and led the NFL with 21 touchdowns in 1985.
Carl Banks, All-Pro Linebacker New York Giants
All Pro Linebacker played for the New York Giants from 1984 to 1995
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Sam Huff on the New York Giants Sideline in 1959
The Hall of Fame middle linebacker on the New York Giants Sideline sometime in 1959. That season the Giants made it to the NFL Championship game against the Colts. Huff was named to the Pro Bowl team. Also pictured with Huff are Safety Jim Patton (#20) and Rosey Grier (far right)
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Brad Van Pelt
Giants Pro Bowl linebacker Brad Van Pelt with help from Safety Clyde Powers (#29), take down Dexter Bussey of the Lions in 1976 NFL action. That game, played at Giants Stadium in December, was a 24-10 Giants victory. Van Pelt had 2 interceptions.
The Cardinals Larry Wilson stops the Giants Joe Morrison
Cardinals-Giants, 1960s NFL action. St. Louis safety Larry Wilson (#8) brings down Giants running back Joe Morrison (#40).
Tony Casillas Rushing Phil Simms
The Giants quarterback eludes the efforts of Cowboys defensive lineman Tony Casillas – with help from offensive lineman Doug Riesenberg.
Larry Morris & Doug Atkins injure YA Tittle during the 1963 Bears/Giants Title Game
From the 1963 NFL Title Game between New York and Chicago. Giants QB YA Tittle has his leg rolled up during the 1st quarter as Bears linebacker Larry Morris (#33) comes in low. Big Doug Atkins (#81) comes in to assist. Tittle played the rest of the game hurting.
Alex Webster
Originally an 11th round draft of the Washington Redskins out of North Carolina State. He opted to go to the Canadian Football league and played for the Montreal Alouettes for 2 seasons. After joining the Giants in 1955 he led the team in rushing and would remain a major player for New York until 1964 making the Pro Bowl in 1958 and 1961 while helping the Giants to 6 Division Championships. At present he is still the #5 All Time leading rusher for the Giants with 4638 yards. He was inducted into New York Giants Ring of Honor in 2011.
Frank Gifford NY Giants splits Cleveland Browns defense
Giants Hall of Famer Frank Gifford (#16) hits a big hole made in the Cleveland Browns defense.
Del Shofner
After 4 years with the Rams he was traded to the Giants in 1961. He remained with New York the rest of his career making 3 All Pro Teams. When he retired in 1967 he was the Giants #2 All-Time Career Receptions Leader (239 catches) and the #3 All-Time Career Receiving Yardage leader (4315 yards) He also had 35 touchdown catches.
YA Tittle, Holding His Helmet on the Sideline, Facing Away from the Camera
Even facing away from the photographer, Giants quarterback YA Tittle strikes an iconic pose.
The Rams Jackie Slater Battles Leonard Marshall of the Giants
The Hall of Famer goes toe-to-toe with the Giants Leonard Marshall.
Alex Webster 1956 New York Giants Running Back
The Giants leading scorer in 1956 Alex Webster had 7 rushing touchdowns and 3 receiving touchdowns.
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Willie Davis of the Packers puts pressure on YA Tittle of the Giants
Two of the Old School NFL Greats – Hall of Fame quarterback YA Tittle and Hall of Fame defensive end Willie face-off on the field.
Alex Webster
Originally an 11th round draft of the Washington Redskins out of North Carolina State. He opted to go to the Canadian Football league and played for the Montreal Alouettes for 2 seasons. After joining the Giants in 1955 he led the team in rushing and would remain a major player for New York until 1964 making the Pro Bowl in 1958 and 1961 while helping the Giants to 6 Division Championships. At present he is still the #5 All Time leading rusher for the Giants with 4638 yards. He was inducted into New York Giants Ring of Honor in 2011.
Alex Webster
Originally an 11th round draft of the Washington Redskins out of North Carolina State. He opted to go to the Canadian Football league and played for the Montreal Alouettes for 2 seasons. After joining the Giants in 1955 he led the team in rushing and would remain a major player for New York until 1964 making the Pro Bowl in 1958 and 1961 while helping the Giants to 6 Division Championships. At present he is still the #5 All Time leading rusher for the Giants with 4638 yards. He was inducted into New York Giants Ring of Honor in 2011.
Giants Hall of Famer Frank Gifford
His 10 consecutive games scoring a touchdown is #1 in New Yorks Giants History. On another occasion he scored a touchdown in 6 consecutive games, which ranks #3 on that same list.
Giants Running Back Joe Morris
A second round draft pick of the New York Giants in 1982 from Syracuse. Played in New York until 1988 and finished with 5296 yards and a 4.0 yard average. Also had 48 rushing touchdowns.
Sam Huff & Cliff Livingston Move In On Clarence Peaks – Giants and Eagles, Early 1960s NFL
Giants and Eagles in the early 1960s. Eagles running back Clarence hits a hole in Giants defense as Sam Huff & Cliff Livingston move in to meet him. Eagle #62 looks like lineman John Wittenborn.
That ref isn't going to miss anything is he!
Bill Wade scores in the 1963 NFL Championship Game with Ted Karras & Mike Pyle blocking
From the 1963 NFL Title game bewteen the New York and Chicago – QB Billy Wade gets behind the blocking of center Mike Pyle (#50) and guard Ted Karras (#67)to score on a 1 yard sneak and give the the Bears a 14-10 lead in the 3rd quarter. The score would stand throughout the rest of the game.
Joe Morris New York Giants Running Back
With 5296 rushing yards he stills ranks #3 on the Giants All Time Leading Rushing Yards list.
1961 Jim Brown stopped by the Giants Sam Huff, Jim Patton & Dick Lynch
It takes 3 Giants to stop Cleveland's Jim Brown here in this Giants-Browns action in 1961. Pictured from left to right are Sam Huff (#70), Jim Patton (#20), Jim Brown (#32) & Dick Lynch (#22)
Sam Huff enters the field from the Giants sidelines
The Giants Hall of Fame Linebacker trots onto the field to start another game. Longtime veteran defensive back Erich Barnes (#49) can be seen behind him.
Jim Katcavage and Andy Robustelli of the Giants Sack Eagles Quarterback Sonny Jurgensen in 1961
Eagles QB Sonny Jurgensen (#9) gets sandwiched between Giants lineman Jim Katcavage (#75) & Andy Robustelli (#81). In 1961, the season this picture is from, all 3 men made the Pro Bowl while Katcavage and Jurgensen were named All Pro.
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Rosey Grier Pressures Browns QB Milt Plum
Browns quarterback Milt Plum looks for a way to deliver a pass around the oncoming rush of Giants Rosey Grier
Carl Banks New York Giants 1990 Score Football Trading Card #91
From the back of his 1990 Score card:
Carl, who has great strength and mobility, topped the Giants defense with 77 solo tackles in 89 and finished second on the team with 97 total tackles. He also led the Giants with seven forced fumbles and had 4 sackas. In '87, Carl wa All-Pro and a starter in the Pro Bowl Game when he had a career-high nine sacks.
Bob Lilly Sacks YA Tittle
Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle has a big ol' hug for Giants quarterback YA Tittle. #66 is longtime Giants lineman Jack Stroud.
Joe Morris
Two-Time Pro Bowler played 7 seasons with the New York Giants named All-Pro in 1986. Made the Pro Bowl twice, in 1985 and 1986.
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Roosevelt Brown, from a 1964 Tulane Stadium Program
Giants Hall of Famer Rosey Brown as he appeared in 1964 exhibition game program. 1964 was Brown's 12th of 13 seasons in the NFL.
Roosevelt Brown Giants Offensive Tackle
From the early 1960s, the former 27th-round draft pick of the Giants had established himself as one the best NFL lineman of his time.
Jim Taylor runs past Rosey Grier in the 1962 NFL Title Game
Packers great Jim Taylor runs past Giants defensive tackle Rosey Grier (#76) and over (we think) cornerback Dick Lynch. The picture is from the 1962 Giants-Packers NFL Title game. Taylor was the games leading ground gainer with 85 yards and a touchdown as Green Bay came out on top 16-7.
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Joe Morris
Two-Time Pro Bowler played 7 seasons with the New York Giants named All-Pro in 1986. Made the Pro Bowl twice, in 1985 and 1986.
Charley Taylor of the Washington Redskins vs the New York Giants in 1967
Paul Warfield makes a catch against the Giants in 1968
In 1968 Browns receiver Paul Warfield had a big year with 50 catches with 1067 yards, a 21.3 Yards-per-Catch and 12 touchdowns. Here he makes a catch against the Giants – Giant #56 is linebacker Tommy Crutcher and #31 is Charlie Haraway.
Fran Tarkenton New York Giants Quarterback
In 1967 was traded to the New York Giants for 2-1st round picks and 2-2nd round picks. A pro Bowler 4 of his 5 seasons there the Giants just couldn't win enough games to get into the playoffs. His career records as a Giant : 69 starts – 33 wins, 13,905 yards, 1898 attempts & 1051 completions – a 55.4% completed – 103 TDs and 72 interceptions. He was traded back to the Vikings in 1972.
Lou Michaels of the Steelers and YA Tittle of the Giants
From the early 1960s decade – veteran quarterback YA Tittle of the giants gets a pass off under the menacing approach of Steelers lineman Lou Michaels.
Andy Robustelli of the Giants rushes Steelers QB Bobby Layne
Steeler quarterback Bobby Layne (#22) comes under some heat from Giants lineman Andy Robustelli.
1977 New York Giants Team Leaders Topps Card #518
YA Tittle 1962 New York Giants Topps Football Card
A picture of YA Tittle and his 1962 Topps card, his second season as a New York Giant. That year, with a 12-2 record, he led the Giants to a Eastern Division title and the NFL Championship game against Green Bay.
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Alex Webster
Originally an 11th round draft of the Washington Redskins out of North Carolina State. He opted to go to the Canadian Football league and played for the Montreal Alouettes for 2 seasons. After joining the Giants in 1955 he led the team in rushing and would remain a major player for New York until 1964 making the Pro Bowl in 1958 and 1961 while helping the Giants to 6 Division Championships. At present he is still the #5 All Time leading rusher for the Giants with 4638 yards. He was inducted into New York Giants Ring of Honor in 2011.
Earl Morrall New York Giants
In 3 seasons with the Giants (1965-1967) he threw for 32 touchdowns and 3732 yards.