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FOOTBALL'S FINEST MOMENTS CAPTURED
With Bob in the lineup it's usually 'no-gain' for the enemy. The rough, tough veteran plugs up holes in the Browns' defense and is a very difficult man to move out of position.
Dallas won the Eastern Title, but lost the NFL Crown 34 to 27. They racked up the most points, 445, with 29 TDs rushing, 56 TDs in all, 56 XPS and 1 safety. They also kicked 17 FGs in 31 tries. They gained 3331 yards passing, too.
ILLEGAL FORWARD PASS. Waving hand behind back. Intentional Grounding of Pass - Same as above followed by raised hand flung downward.
The object of the game is still to cross the goal line, and Shaun continues to do that as well as anyone. Only four seasons into his career, he's already second in Seattle history in career rushing TDs, and he owns two of the top four single-season totals. In 2003, he was named as a first alternate to the Pro Bowl after finishing fourth in the NFC in rushing, as well as third in scoring.
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Operating in a one-two punch with Rachaad White, Irving emerged as a big-play option on the ground in 2024. The University of Oregon product chalked up 1,122 rushing yards to pace all rookies. That marked the most yards on the ground by a Bucs first-year player since Doug Martin in 2012 (1,454).
FOOTBALL TRIVIA
Q: Who is this player? He is a Giants linebacker.
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Q: Who led the Chargers in rushing in 1966?
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Acquired from Houston in 1962, Ray is fast developing into one of the finest defensive ends around. The big man is constantly putting pressure on opposing quarterbacks with his "red-dogging." He believes the only real way to break up a pass play is to smother the passer before he can throw the ball. Big Ray is looking forward to another steady diet of signal-callers this year.
Ray was voted Little All-American at Howard Payne in '60 & '61.
PLAYER SPOTLIGHT
43.2 yards
Runnerup for the punting championship of the NFL in 1950. Recorded an average of 43.2 yards per punt on 66 kicks. Longest punt: 75 yards. One was blocked. Horace is in 5th year with Browns. Has played defensively and offensively at both right and left ends. Enrolled at Ohio State in 1941, but entered Army before playing a game. After discharge in 1946, entered University of Nevada.
VINTAGE SPOTLIGHT
Jim lived up to his reputation as the top college lineman of 1956 when he donned a Colt uniform. He furnishes great protection to the passer and can hurl blocks with devastating force.
Jim lived up to his reputation as the top college lineman of 1956 when he donned a Colt uniform. He furnishes great protection to the passer and can hurl blocks with devastating force.
It was this simple: If your team played the Cardinals in Williams' heyday, you did not throw on him - not if you were smart. Those who weren't paid the price. The Hall of Fame CB led the league in interceptions with nine in 1994, which also happened to be the year he earned the first of his eight Pro Bowl berths.
Les finished seventh in rushing in the N.F.L. in 1967. The big running back was the leading ground-gainer for the Rams last season.
Les completed a pass for a T.D. in 1965.
RETRO CORNER
Houston got his big chance in 1962 when one of the regulars in the Patriots' defensive line. up was injured. From that time on, "Ol Hous' has developed into one of the league's top defensive tackles. It seems this boy from Memphis is only hap py when he is in the opposing backfield. The feeling around the league is that Houston will be around for a long time to come.
The Colts led the Western Conference until the latter part of the season when injuries plagued their 2 QB's. Falling behind, they ended the regular season in a tie with Green Bay. In a Conference playoff, they lost by 3 points in "sudden death."
A genuine "big play" threat each time he touches the ball, Walter brings speed and explosiveness to the Steelers' offense. He has instinctive, versatile talent to run inside and 4.5 speed in the 40-yard dash to turn the corner for long gainers.
The Lions gave up Milt Plum, Pat Studstill and Tom Watkins to acquire this quarterback. The ex-Ram completed 27 passes in a 1965 game, the top mark by an L.A. quarterback in 14 years. Bill is strong-armed and accurate.
Bill was named the top back in the Senior Bowl in 1964.
MODERN ERA
It was stunning seeing Bledsoe wear Buffalo colors in 2002 after spending his career with rival New England. But Bills fans soon got used to the sight. The cannon-armed QB made it to the Pro Bowl after completing 375 passes for 4,359 yards - the second-highest total in his career (4,555 in 1994).
Earned money for first pair of football cleats pulling tobacco near home in Gibsonville, NC... Continues to follow NC State football team that now includes younger brother Terrence, a Second Team All-ACC safety in 2000.
Exceptionally agile and as strong as a bull, Jon is a coach's dream. He is an excellent blocker and frequently opens big holes for the fleet backs to pop through. In only his third season as a pro, Jon is a polished player.
Jon was an All-East center as a rookie.
80s-90s ERA
The Associated Press named Keith as an All-Pro and NFL Defensive Player of the Year for 1989. He was selected as Pro Bowl starter for the 2nd consecutive season and saw action in Classic at Honolulu, 2-4-90. Keith recorded 18 QB Sacks for losses totalling 108 Yards and 90 Tackles in 1989.
The glue-fingered end was acquired from the Buffalo Bills. Glenn has fluid speed and is exceptional in running sideline patterns. He knows what to do with the ball, too.
Last year, Don thrilled Bear fans with an amazing 100 yard kickoff return. A tricky, speedy runner, the flashy freshman led the Bears in Kickoff Returns and Punt Runbacks last season.
Don ran a college 100 yds. in 9.8 seconds. He starred for Camp Le Jeune and Quantico Marines too.
A participant in 6 Pro Bowl Games, Carl has been selected for All-Pro recognition 6 times. The winner of the George Halas Award in 1971 as the NFL's Best Defensive Player, he caused 6 opponents' fumbles during the 1974 season. Carl was an All-American at Minnesota where he was a two-way starter. He was a 3-year regular in the line for Minnesota and a teammate of Bobby Bell, formerly with the Kansas City Chiefs. A hard hitter and ferocious tackler.
Guess the Mystery Viking. Clue 10 of 12. I have passed for over 2000 yards 14 different seasons.
CLASSIC vs. MODERN
CLASSIC ERA
Houston acquired Sonny from the Oakland Raiders prior to the 1964 campaign and he has been their regular guard ever since. Sonny is one of the steadiest linemen in professional football. He is particularly effective as the lead blocker on sweeps, getting a good jump from the line of scrimmage.
Sonny is a three time All-Star selection.
MODERN ERA
Ray is a five-time Pro Bowl selection.
Hewritt is a quick starting powerful runner. His intensive desire to excel makes him one of the hardest workers in the league. Hewritt is also an excellent pass receiver. He is like a runaway locomotive in the open field. A tough man to bring down, he will battle recently acquired Abner Haynes for the starting halfback position.
Hewritt earned a physical education degree at A & M.