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SUPER BOWL HERO HONORED
The Saints' post-Drew Brees days saw the team mix it up of quarterback, with four signal-callers making starts for New Orleans in 2021. Among those to keep the offense moving along, was Hill, who lined up for five starts. The squad's second-leading rusher with 374 yards, Hill chalked up a 4-1 record.
A regular in the Viking's offensive line since his rookie year, Larry is a top pass blocker who hits real hard. The quiet man is one of the most popular men on the squad. Quarterback Joe Kapp operates with a little more confidence when he knows that Larry is getting his job done. Larry always gives a top performance!
Larry won All Big Ten honors at Purdue.
Bart completed 140 passes out of 251 (55.8%) in '65 and tossed 16 TD passes. His tosses gained 2055 yards and averaged 8.19 yards per gain. His longest pass was good for a 77 yard TD. He was fourth in the Passing Department.
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Allen will lead the Bills to the promised land and become the next NFL quarterback to win his first Super Bowl. That's the opinion of a man who won more than his fair share of rings during his day. "I'd pick Josh," seven-time SB winner Tom Brady said. "I like Josh as a guy, as a leader."
FOOTBALL TRIVIA
Q: Which def. back led the Jets in interceptions in 1966?
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Q: Which Denver players teamed up for the team's longest pass play?
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Roger's rookie season of 1983 was highlighted by a 71-yard run from scrimmage for the 49ers. He finished his Nebraska career as school's 4th all-time rusher with 2446 Yards, 6th in Touchdowns with 26 and 8th with 158 Points as collegian.
Roger had a horizontal jump of 9'8" at Nebraska.
TOUCHDOWN KING
197 TD Catches
Jerry Rice caught 197 touchdown passes during his career, far more than any other receiver. His route-running and hands were simply unstoppable.
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CLASSIC PLAYER
Tony has shown considerable development in his 3 years in NFL He runs and hits defensive holes harder and has improved in receiving. He's Cowboys leading rusher.
Charlie, one of the NFL's standout offensive tackles, has played in the Pro Bowl and has been president of the Player's Association. He is a practicing attorney during off-season, having finished 1st on the Texas bar examination.
The Cowboys decimated Indianapolis in Week 16 of 2014, picking up a 42-7 victory. Romo was nearly perfect in the rout, completing 18-of-20 attempts for 218 yards and four touchdowns. With his team up so comfortably, the signal-caller watched the fourth quarter from the sideline.
Jerry came to the Falcons on waivers in 1967 and has blossomed into a fine prospect. Last season, he led the Atlanta club with 28 pass receptions. The elusive end has good moves, fine hands and better than average speed.
Jerry averaged 17.1 yards per catch in 1968.
RETRO CORNER
Rosie was picked on the East All Pro Squad for the second straight time last year. He can tear a defensive line to tatters with ease and played a big part in helping the Giants to the Championship in '56. Rosie is considered one of football's most unexpected pleasures, being an unheralded player when he first reported to N.Y.
Rosey was a college heavyweight wrestler. He's great at downfield blocking.
The Eagles' rebuilding program is well underway. Coach Kuharich put together the best offensive team in the East, as the Eagles scored 363 points. This year the emphasis will be put on defense as the team tries to move up.
In Week 12 of 2024, Chubb sent the world at message - he's as clutch. as ever. The four-time 1,000-yard rusher played a pivotal role in the Browns' thrilling 24-19 win in the snow against rival Pittsburgh. His two rushing scores on the evening included the game-winner from 2 yards out in the final minute.
One of two players drafted by the Chiefs in the second round of the 1967 college draft, (the other being Jim Lynch), Willie won seven letters at Morgan State, four in football and three in track. He was captain of the Morgan State team in 1965 and 1966 and was selected as a Small College All-American the same two years. Willie picked off a pass against the Chargers in 1968 and returned it 75-yards for a touchdown, the longest interception of that season for the Chiefs. Nicknamed "Contact" by his teammates for his ferocious style of tackling, Willie intercepted a key pass in the fourth quarter of the 1970 Super Bowl game against the Vikings and Joe Kapp at the Kansas City 34-yard line to halt a drive.
Willie's hobby is listening to music.
MODERN ERA
In Week 14 of 2024, Adams snagged a 3-yard touchdown pass from Aaron Rodgers to give the Jets a lead over the Dolphins. The hookup marked the 79th time the star receiver and legendary quarterback connected on a TD, eclipsing Ben Roethlisberger and Antonio Brown for the fourth most in NFL history.
Williams got back to dominating during the 2024 season. The "Big Cat" was everything but kind and cuddly in his 10th season, notching double-digit sacks for the second time in his career, finishing with 11.0. He closed the campaign strong, notching a pair of sacks in each of the final two games.
Mickey has all the leadership abilities to become one of the greats in football. Considered to many to be the finest quarterback to come out of college in 1962, Mickey has lived up to his potential in the pros. He has great poise and is well on the way to stardom. He will be battling Jacky Lee for starting quarterback honors.
Mick averaged 6.08 yards gained per pass in 1964.
80s-90s ERA
The No. 1 pick in the '91 draft, Russell amply justified his high ranking by being picked for his first Pro Bowl in '93. Quick and active, he explodes off the ball and pursues relentlessly.
There's a reason scouts measure vertical leap at the Combine every year. Sweat, who posted a 36-inch vertical in 2019, showed the value when Washington faced the Cowboys in Week 12 of the 2020 season - he leaped to deflect an Andy Dalton pass, then snagged it and returned it 15 yards for the final score during a 41-16 win.
Averaging 8.68 yards gained per toss, Bart Starr was again one of the top quarterbacks. His passes led Green Bay to Super Bowl victory.
Bart was the NFL's Most Valuable Player in 1966.
A standout rookie with the Bills in 1982, Eugene turned in some superb statistics last season. He ranked as Bills 2nd-leading tackler with 63 total tackles while causing 2 fumbles and recovering one during campaign. Eugene recorded 299 career tackles at Saginaw Valley State including a record 124 during his senior year. He had 18 OB sacks as collegian.
was his club's MVP in high school. Also lettered in swimming. Majored in Criminal Justice in college. One of 9 children.
CLASSIC vs. MODERN
CLASSIC ERA
Although Mike has been slowed by a foot injury, he remains a great threat as a receiver. Last season he caught 32 passes for 378 yards and 2 TDs. He is a feared blocker and a major factor in making the running game go.
The Bills were severely jolted last year when their all-star tackle was injured. However, Stew's knee is completely healed and he is ready to resume his duties in '66. Was originally a linebacker.
Stew was the Bill's #4 draft choice in 1961.