Football Daily Card Tribune
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FOOTBALL'S FINEST MOMENTS CAPTURED
"Pug” Rentner was one of the finest broken field runners of his day at Northwestern and still is with the Boston Redskins. Running in the open field is a test of ability to change direction at top speed, shifting feet at lightning speed. There are many methods of learning the trick. One is to place a series of empty barrels or boxes about three yards distance, weaving in and out between them while going at top speed. The other tricks, such as stiff arm, body pivot, high knee action, quick stop and start etc, will come as the player grows more practiced. But the quick-step, fast shifting of the feet and skill of changing direction is the foundation of all good broken field running. Pug Rentner, Northwestern University, All American, 1932 - 1933. 6 ft., 195 lbs.
A perfectly built flanker, Otis is a tremendous blocker and an accomplished pass receiver. He has fine hands, elusive moves, good speed and is an exciting player to watch. Otis is the quarterback's favorite target on key third down plays.
Otis led the Chiefs in pass receptions in '66 and '67.
Gore's career arc made a mockery of the notion that running backs decline early. He simply got better as time wore on. Playing with the Dolphins in 2018, the five-time Pro Bowl pick averaged 4.6 yards per carry - at age 35. The nine-time 1,000-yard rusher compiled 722 yards over 14 games that season.
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Go ahead and doubt Williams. He'll thank you. "I take it as a personal challenge for me, just to get better," the veteran said upon joining the Saints in 2023 following his 17-TD season in Detroit. "I just like proving people wrong. You think you know me; you don't know me. I will show you."
FOOTBALL TRIVIA
Q: In which city did Guy play H.S. and college football?
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Q: What All-American died in a plane crash?
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In Joe's debut in the N.F.L., he hurled the Vikings to a 10-7 upset win over the Green Bay Packers. For eight seasons, Joe was one of the top quarterbacks in the Canadian Football League. In 1963, he was voted M.V.P. in the C.F.L.
Joe threw 137 touchdown passes in Canada.
PLAYER SPOTLIGHT
Tobin is a familiar name to pro football fans. Last year the popular veteran played in his first American Football League campaign and became the circuit's top quarterback. Completing 59% of his passes, he won the Most Valuable Player of the Year honors for 1963. Tobin is also a good runner and scored two touchdowns rushing. Tobin's brother was a top football star, too.
VINTAGE SPOTLIGHT
One of the foremost names in pro circles, Frank is one of the surest blockers around. Watch him at work and you will see a competitor who never lets up the pressure on the enemy linemen.
Kelce watched his older brother, Jason, win a Super Bowl title with the Eagles in 2017. In 2019, little bro took his turn hoisting the Lombardi Trophy. With his family cheering him on each step of the way, the terrific tight end helped Kansas City to the title and registered four postseason touchdowns.
Most outstanding N.F.L. rookie in years - described as another Don Hutson. Number one pass receiver for Bears last year - led League with 12 TD passes and 25 yard average gain in pass receiving. Sixth leading scorer in League last year - first on Bears. Unanimous choice for All-League honors in his first season.
A sensation in 1967, Homer led the NFL with 13 touchdowns last year. His 24.7 average gain per grab was also tops in the circuit.
Homer defeated the Russians in the 1960 Olympics.
RETRO CORNER
The Lions finished up the 1962 season with a solid 11-3 record. Ordinarily that sort of a win-loss mark is good enough to cop the division title, but the Motor City men had the Green Bay Packers to contend with.
Missed only one game in his rookie season last year because of dislocated elbow suffered against Bears. Caught 10 passes for 76 yards and one touchdown, but was used mainly on defense. Earned four varsity letters, chosen unanimously on All-Southeastern eleven and named to many All-Americas at Georgia, where he was president of Athletic Association. Married former cheerleader at Georgia and have daughter.
The lightning to rookie sensation Javonte Williams' thunder, Gordon authored a phenomenal second season in Denver in 2021, showcasing the vision and speed that made him a two-time Pro Bowl selection with the Chargers. The electric running back averaged a whopping 4.5 yards per carry and found the end zone 10 times.
Junior moved in as the Falcons' starting halfback and responded by leading the team in rushing with 722 yards in 199 carries, a 3.6 yard average and 4 TD's. Along with his fine rushing, he caught 15 passes for 182 yards and one TD.
What happened to Junior in his junior college year.
MODERN ERA
Dispelling rumors of retirement, "Cowboy" returns to hunt down a fifth consecutive Pro Bowl appearance.
Bobby was top Interception Ground Gainer in '56. He's fast and sure- handed and was on the West All Pro Team. Bobby was a defensive star, bottling up East Receivers in the Pro Bowl game.
Nick enjoyed his second fine season with the Dolphins in 1970 as he was voted the club's Best Defensive Back after making 96 tackles and assisting on 49 others for a total of 145 hits during the regular 14-game schedule. He had a great first year at Miami in 1969. He was chosen All-League and picked as the Dolphins' MVP. He led the team in tackles with 79 and added 35 assists, called the defensive signals and was the defensive captain. Twice voted MVP at Boston, Nick was the Patriots' all-time leader in interceptions and tackles in his 7 years there.
Nick was an assistant D.A. in Massachusetts.
80s-90s ERA
They call him "Super Duper". Mark led Dolphins in Receiving Yardage and Touchdown Catches in 1983. He gained All-Pro recognition and a trip to the Pro Bowl Game at Honolulu, 1-29-84. Mark was a world-class sprinter in college.
Mark's major in college was law enforcement.
The 1989 season saw Chris earn the 6th Pro Bowl selection of his career. He made trip to Honolulu and saw action in Classic, 2-4-90. Chris had distinction of catching a one-yard Pass off a deflection at Miami, 12-4-88. In 1983 he received acclaim as 1st rookie lineman to achieve Pro Bowl status.
The NFC's fourth leading rusher in 1971, Larry contributed greatly to the Redskins in helping the club attain a playoff berth. In setting a new club record with 1125 yards gained on the ground in 1970, Larry accomplished this despite injuries. He missed one complete game that season.
Larry is an NFC All-Star.
They call him "Super Duper". Mark led Dolphins in Receiving Yardage and Touchdown Catches in 1983. He gained All-Pro recognition and a trip to the Pro Bowl Game at Honolulu, 1-29-84. Mark was a world-class sprinter in college.
Mark's major in college was law enforcement.
CLASSIC vs. MODERN
CLASSIC ERA
Charles is one of the few men in the A.F.L. to pick up over 1,000 yards rushing. He is the only Houston Oiler to ever hit that figure. Last season seemed to be a jinxed year for the fiery fullback as he was hit with a long series of minor injuries. Great at butting his way past would-be tacklers, Charles is popular with the fans. He's a top pass protector and fine at pass receiving.
MODERN ERA
He's a leader who sets the tone for his team. Jackson earned his second career NFL MVP award in 2023, and wasted no time making it clear he's aiming for No. 3 in 2024 - not to mention a Super Bowl ring. The Ravens superstar showed up bright and early for the first day of voluntary offseason workouts in April.
Due to an injury to Buffalo's great end Elbert Dubenion, Glenn got his big chance to show off his talents. Glenn took full advantage of this opportunity, as he became the leading pass receiver with a 16.6 average.
Glenn led Buffalo with a total of 299 yds. as a receiver in 1965.