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Al can open holes in the enemy's defense like a tank going through shrubbery. His splendid efforts helped the New Yorkers win the Eastern Division Championship.
What is the official score in a forfeited game?
Williams earned his first career NFL start in a Week 13 game in Kansas City in 2021 and looked like a natural in the role. He raced for 102 rushing yards and posted 76 through the air. His 178 total yards rated as the most in a game by a Broncos rookie running back since Clinton Portis in 2002.
Used as a flanker back, Odell literally outruns the defense with his blazing speed. He was once clocked 9.2 for the 100 yard dash. Odell uses his speed to outmaneuver the defense and is a passer's delight because of his sure hands. A threat to go all the way any time he gets the ball, he will cause the defense all kinds of problems.
Odell ran a 50 yard dash in a football uniform in :05.4
Tough and a tremendous competitor, Phil is adept at reading defenses and throws the ball with a quick release and plenty of zip. He was picked for his second Pro Bowl in '93.
FOOTBALL TRIVIA
Q: What team was first in punting during 1953?
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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.
PLAYER SPOTLIGHT
Talented athlete had frustrating 1992 season, appearing in only seven games...Led Steelers in touchdown catches each of first two seasons, setting club record for tight ends in 1990.
VINTAGE SPOTLIGHT
Dick was acquired by the Colts in 1955 when he was selected as their second draft choice. The veteran spent several seasons as a linebacker before returning as a center in 1960.
Why did Dick miss the 1956 N.F.L. season?
In his sixth season, Roethlisberger completed 66.6 percent of his attempts on his way to a 100.5 passer rating, both of which ranked fifth in the NFL. He's tops in Pittsburgh's history for career rating (91.7), while ranking second in yards (19,302) and touchdowns (127).
Jack was the leading Redskin pass receiver last season. At college he was an All-American in addition to winning baseball and golf honors. Jack's clever faking and speed makes him a hard man to keep up with and helped him post the 2nd highest Average Gain in the League in '55.
Fran was traded to the Vikings at the end of 1971 after being NFC's 8th leading passer last year. His longest play from scrimmage was an 81-yd. touchdown pass to Rich Houston.
Fran plays in the Masters Golf Tournament each Spring.
RETRO CORNER
Mike is one of Dallas' strongest men. He keeps in shape by daily weight-lifting and team practice. He is one of the most dependable interior linemen.
In a Week 13 matchup against the Saints, Newton evened his starting record to 2-2 in the Superdome with a decisive 41-10 win over their division rivals in 2014. More importantly, Newton's season-best 114.0 passer rating, including 3 TDs and no picks, sparked the Panthers to four straight wins to close the season.
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.
One of the fastest moving ends in the game, Dave was the Lions' No. 1 receiver last season. He can fake pass defenders out of plays with ease. Once he's in the clear he's impossible to catch.
Dave has been studying medicine in off-season. He excels in faking foe pass defenses.
MODERN ERA
Brett has already been assured a spot pro football's Hall of Fame. Favre was named the league's MVP for second straight time in 1996, an honor only Joe Montana achieved. In last two years, Favre has 77 TD passes and is the third fastest QB in the NFL to reach 100. Before the season Brett promised, "It's the Super Bowl or bust." Once he got the Packers there, Favre destroyed the Patriots with two TD passes in a 35-21 victory.
All Service and all-Army fullback last fall with Fort Jackson, S. C. Regarded as greatest athlete in University of Florida history. Starred at fullback, halfback and quarterback. Great runner, blocker, pass receiver, punter, passer and place kicker. Averaged better than 6 yards per try in Service football, gaining 569 yards in 92 attempts.
Sonny came to Washington in '64 in the trade for Norm Snead. He has been a leading QB for many years. Last season he completed 190 of 356 passes for 2367 yards and 15 TDs. He placed 10th among pro passers and is ready for '66.
Who is this player? He is a Vikings halfback.
80s-90s ERA
Vance finished 9th in AFC in Punt Returns (8.7) and was 4th in Kickoff Returns (24.7) in 1985. The Broncos' 2nd-leading receiver as a rookie last season, he caught a 63-yard TD Pass from John Elway.
Vance totalled 134 Receiving Yards with an 86-yard Reception vs. Raiders, 9-26-88. He made conversion from running back to wide receiver during 1985 season.
A big man for a big job, Jim is one of the most valuable Redskin players. He thrives on the rough and tumble brand of football and usually gives more than he receives.
How many exhibition games does each N.F.L. team play?
In 1967, Dave had his best year as a professional as he snared 10 passes to lead the NFL in interceptions. The New Orleans Saints honored Dave by naming him as their Most Valuable Player.
Last year, Dave led the Saints in pass interceptions.
CLASSIC vs. MODERN
CLASSIC ERA
Bill is almost in a class by himself as a pass-catcher. He hangs onto practically everything, and he's good for at least one circus catch per game. He was sixth in that department last year, and caught one for a 77-yard TD.
What was the longest field goal?
MODERN ERA
While some of the more famous names picked in the expansion draft by the Jaguars fizzled in '95, Willie sizzled as an unheralded wide receiver, leading the team in receptions, receiving yardage and TDs. A possession receiver who was selected 109th overall by the Cowboys in the '94 draft, he is big and physical, more than a match for smaller defensive backs. Willie also is a superb leaper and will go for the ball over the middle.
Buzz uses his 6 feet 4 inch size to cover plenty of middle ground in the Colts offense. With the snap of the ball he can streak downfield to take out defenders with his shattering body blocks.
Who holds the all time scoring record?