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Only 1st-year player elected to '96 Pro Bowl, Curtis ran away with every imaginable NFL Rookie-of-the-Year honor. Not only did he lead all AFC backs in rushing with 1,487 yards, but he out-rushed 9 NFL teams! Eric Dickerson, George Rogers and Ottis Anderson are only RBs in NFL history to rush for more yards as a rookie. His 9 100-plus yard rushing efforts broke Jim Nance's all-time Patriots record of 8 set in 1966.
1965 Philadelphia Set (Football)
Big Jim has been a starting center since his rookie year, in '53, with the Packers. He missed playing in the 2nd half of that year but hasn't sat out since.
Who is player below?
2012 Topps Magic Set (Football)
Became leading rusher in 49ers history during 2011 season, pushing total to 7,625 yards... Also set team mark with five straight 100-yard rushing performances... Earned third selection to Pro Bowl... Opened '12 with 30th career 100-yard rushing game to extend his San Francisco record.
When Gore was the No. 2 rusher for Miami's 2001 BCS champs, which future NFL stars were 1st and 3rd? Clinton Portis (1st), Willis McGayee (3rd)
The veteran quarterback recovered from his injuries just in time to star in the 1963 A.F.L. playoff game. He completed 14 passes for an even 300 yards. Babe received the honor of opening as the starting quarterback for the East in the All-Star game at San Diego. Despite a broken collar bone in the 10th game of the season, Babe declares 1962 as his peak A.F.L. campaign.
What was the longest punt of the A.F.L. '63 season? 72 yds. Jerrel Wilson - K.C. Chiefs
Art was headed for collegiate fame at No. Carolina State when the war interrupted his career. Returning from servIce Faircloth concluded his college career at Little Guilford College in North Carolina where he was an All-State and All-Conference Selection. Joined the Giants last year for the last 3 games after having served apprenticeship with the Jersey City Giants. Led the league with Jersey City in both passing and punting. Married, has a child.
Tiki has emerged as one of the league's great role players, leading the NFL in receptions off the bench last season. Barber, whose twin brother, Ronde, is a cornerback with Tampa Bay, also began returning punts in 1999 and was an instant smash, leading the NFC in return yardage. He saved the best for a Monday night game against Dallas when he scored on an 85-yard, fourth quarter punt return and set up the winning field goal with a 56-yard reception.
1967 Philadelphia Set (Football)
Jim was the Cards' top '66 scorer. His 96 points came on 27 XPs and 23 of 40 FGs. He missed his first conversion as a pro last season. He owns nearly all Cardinal kicking records. He can be used as a QB or flanker in an emergency.
Who holds Cards' Record for longest F.G.?
Jim's specialty is latching onto passes and then taking off with them under his arm. He did pretty well at it last year, winding up seventh in the league in receptions and leading the Bears in that department.
Which Cards pitcher played in the '51 Little Rose Bowl?
1964 Philadelphia Set (Football)
Detroit's No. 10 draft in '60, Grady beat out 4 vets to land a spot on the squad. The Vikings got him from NFL vets' pool. He was All-Catholic All-American in '59.
1964 Philadelphia Set (Football)
Hank's wrestling experience helped make him one of the NFL's deadliest tacklers. The Browns' 5th pick in '57, he cost the Packers only a 4th choice in '59.
Bill joined the Browns in 1962 after Cleveland's big 6-man deal with Detroit. The former All-American spent a year in Canada before joining the Lions in '58. He was Detroit's #1 draft pick.
What social work does Bill do in his spare time?
Top offensive end for Bears since joining the team in 1940. Second highest scorer in club's history. Ranks 4th in most touchdowns scored during lifetime in National Football League. All-American, Louisiana State University. Served in Army Air Force. Flew many missions. Decorated for bravery. Lives on cattle ranch near Sacramento.
Quarterbacks coach Carl Smith used to fret when his QB left the pocket - until he started coaching Russell. "When that happens, I start getting happy," Smith says. "Something good's about to happen." In 2013, Wilson game-managed, scrambled and passed the Seahawks to the ultimate title. Russell, who logged a 123.1 passer rating in the Super Bowl, has won 28 games (including playoffs) in two seasons.
One of the all-time pass receivers in the A.F.L., Jim was a member of the original Patriots in 1960. Traded to the Jets in 1965, Jim was then reacquired by Boston. Good speed, sure hands and gutsy determination makes him tops!
Jim played one year in Canada before the A.F.L. was born.
The Cowboys' leading receiver in 1974, Drew ranked 2nd in NFC behind Charley Young of Eagles. Was 3rd in overall NFL ratings. Signed as free agent after being passed in the 1973 college draft, he was surprise of season. By end of year he was starting and catching TD passes.
Falcons all-time leading rusher and run-scorer with 6,631 yards and 48 touchdowns...Holds 10 other club rushing marks, including most yards gained in season (1,719 in 1985), most yards gained in game (202 against New Orleans, 1984), and most 100-yard games in season (nine, 1985)... Missed almost half of 1988 season with knee injury, but named NFC offensive player of week for 115 rushing and 64 receiving yards in win against 49ers.
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.
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.
When the Saints go marching down the field in 2016, expect Thomas to be a key reason why. The possession receiver New Orleans needed opposite Brandin Cooks, he fits perfectly in Sean Payton's aerial attack. His 6-foot-3 frame should play a big role for an offense that managed 19 red-zone passing scores in 2015.
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.
1966 Philadelphia Set (Football)
Picked by the Eagles on the 7th draft in '63, Lee Roy came to the Packers in '64 with the Eagles' No. 1 '64 pick in a trade for Jim Ringo and Earl Gros. He intercepted an 87 yard TD pass in '63 and repeated in '65 with a 42 yard TDer.
Who is this player? He is a Redskins halfback.
1966 Philadelphia Set (Football)
Herb was 3rd in interceptions in '65 but he was 1st in yards returned, 175 and in TDs, 3. His longest return was for 44 yards. He averaged 29.2 yards per return. Fast, he runs the hundred in 9.8. He was No. 1 draft choice in '61.
Who is this player? He is a Rams fullback.
2022 Panini Legacy Set (Football)
Behind - or ahead of, in this case - every great quarterback is a superb wide receiver. In Buffalo, Josh Allen can always count on Diggs down the field. The playmaker finished his second campaign with the Bills in 2021 and totaled 230 grabs, 2,760 yards and 18 TD catches across those seasons.
Jack of all trades, Vic masters them all with his fine running, pass catching and kicking. Last season he was the League's second Highest Scorer and topped the "Skins" in Ground Gaining. Vic played baseball 2 years with the Pirates but returned to his first love - football in 1954.
Starting the 2023 season off strong, McMillan thrived during Washington's non-conference slate. Running untouched through the secondary, the playmaker wowed fans. Hauling in 20 receptions for 311 yards and three TDs, he helped the Huskies begin 3-0 with wins over Boise State, Tulsa and Michigan State.
The sure-handed pass receiver was well on his way to stardom last year when an injury put him on the sidelines. Fred is fast and has deceptive moves as he averaged 16 yards per completion last season.
Jim blossomed into a fine offensive lineman in 1967 after gaining a starting assignment from the injury riddled Falcons. Jim now holds down a regular guard position on the strength of his aggressive, hard-hitting play. Extremely versatile, Jim can also handle a tackle or defensive end slot.
1967 Philadelphia Set (Football)
Bobby has done just about everything for the Cards. He was their kicker for his first three years and has played at HB, DB and now a flanker. He owns the Cards' season receiving record with 73. He caught 34 for 388 yards.
Who holds the team record for the most receptions in one season?
Divisional Playoffs: Weekly Wrap Up: McNair was huge in the clutch for the Titans as they edged the Steelers, 34-31, in overtime in an AFC Divisional Playoff Game in Nashville on January 11. He passed for 338 yards and two touchdowns and ran for another in the contest, and set up the winning field goal in overtime with back-to-back completions covering 53 yards to Justin McCareins.
The Jets coached the Senior Bowl in 1979 and needed to fill a roster spot. They asked one of their scouts for recommendations, and one stuck out. "Loaded with enthusiasm and ready to jump on a plane immediately," Connie Carberg said. "It was Mark Gastineau. I didn't know he'd be great, but loved his attitude and his speed on film." Five-time Pro Bowl selection and three-time first team All-Pro. Established a then-NFL record with 22 sacks in 1984. Became nationally famous for celebratory "sack dance".
1966 Philadelphia Set (Football)
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.
Who is this player? He is a Packers Guard. See card no. 180 for answer.
A fan favorite with blazing speed, Beebe recorded a team-high four 100-yard receiving games in '92. Grabbed career long 65-yard TD pass vs. Colts.
Willie got his chance to play regularly in 1967 and made the most of it as he led the Baltimore Colts with 63 catches. The flanker was named as the M.V.P. in both the North-South and the All- American Bowl games.
Last year, Willie was on the receiving end of a 79 yard T.D. bomb.
Bruce is Bills' all-time QB Sack leader, completing the 1989 season with 57 1/2 career Sacks. The former standard had been held by Ben Williams with 51. Bruce was chosen by his peers as NFL Defensive Lineman of the Year for the 2nd consecutive campaign in 1989. Had 88 Total Tackles last year.
Entering pro ball for the first time. Brother of Steve Van Buren. Played for Louisiana State University as fullback and halfback. Backed up line on defense. Participated in Shrine game. Chosen for Second All-American defensive team. Ebert spent 29 months with the armed forces in the Pacific. Wounded and received Purple Heart. When in high school, was too light to play football.
Caught 42 passes in 1950, gaining 592 yards (average gain 14.1). Scored 4 TD's passing, 3 TD's running. Set a record for high school backs in scoring in 1942 with 236 points. Entered West Point in 1943. Unanimous All-American choice 3 years in a row. Athlete of the Year in 1946. Made 20 TD's in 1 season (1944). Averaged 11.51 yards per carry in 1945. Served in Army 3 years.