Tag: Pro Football History

Why do the Detroit Lions play on Thanksgiving Day?

Why the Detroit Lions Play on Thanksgiving

1930s NFL

Why the Detroit Lions Play on Thanksgiving

How did Dick Night Train Lane get his nickname? There are many versions to the story.

How Dick “Night Train” Lane Got His Nickname

1950s NFL

How Dick “Night Train” Lane Got His Nickname

How the Philadelphia Eagles got their name.

How the Philadelphia Eagles Were Named

1930s NFL

How the Philadelphia Eagles Were Named

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Oldest Quarterback in the NFL

1960s AFL

Oldest Quarterback in the NFL

Dave Wilcox 49ers LB Interview

1960s NFL

Dave Wilcox 49ers LB Interview

Hugh McElhenny tells the story of playing for the San Francisco 49ers Million Dollar Backfield and how he got the nickname "The King".

“The King” of The 49ers Million Dollar Backfield

1950s NFL

“The King” of The 49ers Million Dollar Backfield

Bob Griese tells the story of how he recovered from an ankle injury that was similar to Dak Prescott's ankle injury.

Bob Griese and Dak Prescott Returned from Similar Injuries

1972 Miami Dolphins

Bob Griese and Dak Prescott Returned from Similar Injuries

Gabe Rivera was known as Senor Sack.

Senor Sack: Gabriel Rivera

1970s Pittsburgh Steelers

Senor Sack: Gabriel Rivera

Packers wide receiver Boyd Dowler tells the story of being on active army duty during the 1961 NFL championship game.

Packers Players on Active Army Duty During the 1961 Season

1960s NFL

Packers Players on Active Army Duty During the 1961 Season