Football Daily Card Gazette
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2024 Panini Prestige Set (Football)
Swift looks well on his way to becoming one of the premier two-way threats out of the backfield, and Chicago will be the team that reaps the benefits of his prime. He joined the Bears in the 2024 offseason after posting his first 1,000-yard rushing season while also catching 39 balls with the Eagles in 2023.
Stood fifth in the League in passing in 1950. Made an average gain per pass of 7.58 yards. Threw 132 passes. Completed 56 for 1,000 yards. Tossed 8 TD passes. Joined the Giants in 1948. Became Rookie of the Year. Played for Mississippi. Had a terrific senior year. Completed 133 out of 233 passes for 1,367 yards. Carried ball 104 times for a rushing average of 4 yards for each try.
Tony, who has excellent size and speed, finished third on the Bengals in receptions in '93 as he gained NFL AllRookie honors. Smooth and fluid, he has large, soft hands.
1993 Upper Deck Set (Football)
Dotson tied with Chris Mims of the San Diego Chargers for most sacks by a rookie in 1992. The NFL's Defensive Rookie of the Year, Dotson forced a fumble, recovered two and registered two broken-up pass plays.
Gale holds 17 Bears' team records. Among them are: longest kickoff return with a 103-yarder against Pittsburgh, 9-17-67, most combined net yardage in a season with 2440 (1231 rushing, 718 on kickoff returns, 447 on passes & 44 on punt returns) in 1966, most combined net yardage in a game with 339 (197 rushing, 116 on kickoff returns & 26 on passes) against Minnesota, 1218-66, most yardage on kickoff returns in a season with 718 in 1966, most yardage rushing in a game with 205 against Green Bay, 11-3-68, most yardage rushing in a season with 1231 in 1966, most TDs in a season with 22 in 1965 and most TDs in a game with 6 against the 49ers, 12-12-65.
Gale's brother was a running back with the Chargers in 1969.
Bobby was well on his way to another superb season in 1957, when he had a leg broken at the end of the campaign. The injury forced him out of the Lions' final contests. Still, he helped get them in a contending position all season.
Who scored the most points in one game?
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.
One of the Raiders strong running backs, Pete is a bruising blocker. Drafted by Oakland from the University of Miami, Pete's 461 yards rushing as a sophomore brought scouts running. He's fast and got deceptive moves.
Pete was a Wisconsin high school discus champion.
Learning an NFL playbook can be all-consuming, but Wilson is taking it one morsel at a time. "If you're watching TV and eating a bowl of cereal, learning the plays, the formations and the alignments is kind of like that)." Wilson said. "You're not really sitting there thinking about eating.... It just naturally happens."
Big Pete - Big Dog - finest end in National League - this will be his eighth season in the NFL and all with the Eagles. Last season wound up as his best, playing all offense and leading the League in passes caught, yards gained, and touchdowns scored on passes. In seven years with the Eagles he has snared 251 aerials for 3,883 yards and 44 TD's, all of which are Eagles' club records. Caught eight passes in one game on two occasions last year. Has played in all four All-Pro Bowl games in L. A. Can play almost any position. Has three children. Sells paper boxes in off-season.
1991 Pro Line Portraits Set (Football)
"Being on a team, whether it was football, basketball, or baseball, was always gratifying and educational for me. I was always impressed with coaches who stressed team goals. Getting to the championship and winning is what it's all about. Those moments of glory I share with my teammates are more memorable than any personal goals I have achieved. I still value team spirit and dedication, and I incorporate those values into my everyday life."
In the biggest moments, when margins are thinnest, you barely have to think about Kansas City's kicking game. Butker is just that good. The iron-legged kicker was perfect throughout the 2023 season's playoffs, converting all 11 field goals and eight extra points en route to the Chiefs' third Super Bowl win in five years.
He played in the shadow of Brian Griese at Michigan and appeared destined for a similar role behind Drew Bledsoe in New England, as Tom arrived at the 2001 training camp as the third QB on the depth chart. Yet by the time the season ended, he was one of the top passers in the NFL. Taking over for an injured Bledsoe early in the year, Brady's quick feet and accurate arm led the Pats to Super Bowl XXXVI. He then was named the game's Most Valuable Player after leading his charges to a game-winning drive (with no time-outs) in the final minute.
1997 Fleer Goudey Set (Football)
Top back of the 1996 entry draft selections. Played the tail-back position at the University of Nebraska. Gained 165 ground yards against Florida State University in the 1996 Orange Bowl, the game that crowned Nebraska national champs. Played to moderate successes as a rookie players but St. Louis has made it abundantly clear that Phillips is their backfield man for the future. Very physical runner with great "cut-back" ability.
One does not simply bring Allen down in the backfield. Avoiding negative plays, the powerful back pumps his legs upon contact and breaks free from potential tackles. He brushes off oncoming defenders, sending them to the turf with a vicious stiff arm and sprints toward the pylon.
2016 Panini Classics Set (Football)
Prescott kicked off 2014 with four passing TDs in back-to-back games (Aug. 30 vs. Southern Miss and Sept. 6 vs. UAB). The dual-threat QB also posted four 100-yard rushing games during the year and fell only 14 yards shy of 1,000 for the season. He set an Orange Bowl record with 453 passing yards on Dec. 31.
Jim got off to a slow start last year because of injuries, but quickly rounded into top shape. For the fourth season in a row, Jim has led the Patriots in pass receiving. Coach Mike Holovak first saw Jim play when he I coached him at Boston College. Though Jim played in the Canadian Football League for a time, Holovak kept a close watch on the halfback and brought him to the Patriots.
Considered to be one of the meanest men in pro football, he goes after everyone in an enemy jersey. He carries the nickname "Too Mean," which comes from the only way he knows how to play the game, giving 100% effort at all times. His forte is overpowering opponents with his great quickness and technique, with one of his most potent weapons being the headslap. Is annually among Cowboys' club leaders in quarterback sacks, and has yet to reach his peak as All-Pro.
Attended East Texas State Univ., Commerce, Texas. Was All-Conference for 2 years at East Texas State and teammate of Dwight White.
Despite missing five games with a fracture of the upper arm, Houston's Warren Moon still finished among AFC leaders in many categories. The perfect field general for the rigorous "Run 'n Shoot" offense, Moon finished the 1992 season as the AFC's top rated passer with an 89.3 mark. The man with the ageless arm also finished fifth in completions (224), second in the AFC in completion percentage (64.7%) and third in TD tosses (18). While leading the AFC's top-ranked passing attack, Moon made the most of all opportunities. He paced the conference by throwing a TD every 5.2 passes, proving not only that he could still perform but that, despite the development of an Oiler running game in the person of Lorenzo White, the "Run 'n Shoot" was still a fully loaded gun with the most lethal gunslinger in the East or West with his finger on the trigger.
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.
One of the best young signal-caliers in pro football, Joe has run the 49ers adeptly during his playing time the past 2 seasons. At Notre Dame he completed 269 passes for 4121 yards and 25 touchdowns. Was All-American.
Joe led Notre Dame to 1977 National Championship.
1967 Philadelphia Set (Football)
The name is perfect! Bart was the NFL's star passer in '66 completing 62.2% of his passes. He threw 251 times with 14 TDs and only 3 interceptions. His average gain was 8.99 yards, tops in the League, completing 156 for 2257 yards.
Which Green Bay records does Bart hold?
1965 Philadelphia Set (Football)
Vince became a Redskin in '60. He did so well in his first scrimmage that he won a starting position which he still holds. He studies law in off-season.
Who is player below?
Picked as the #2 draft choice by the Lions in 1967 after intercepting 26 passes in three brilliant seasons at Jackson State, Lem was selected to all conference teams three consecutive seasons. He starred in the Blue-Gray game. He had a 41.6 yard punting average as a collegian and did some kicking for the Lions as a rookie.
Lem is nicknamed "The Stroller".
As a pass catching end in college, Tom rated with the best in the country. He was voted All-Missouri Valley every year, was mentioned on several All-American Teams and in 1950 placed 2nd in the Nation among offensive ends. When he joined the Cards in '51 Tom was put on defense and the experiment was a complete success. Today he is one of the finest defensemen in the N.F.L. - a whiz at tackling and an airtight operator on pass defense.
The Cowboys' Amari Cooper deserved a standing ovation after managing 57 yards against Ramsey in week 1 of 2020. He was the only receiver to crack 50 yards against the eraser of a Rams cover man on the entire season. Never mind shutdown defensive back - Ramsey practically serves as a shutout cornerback.
0.J. enjoyed a fine rookie campaign for the Bills in 1969, as he finished the season as the sixth leading rusher in the AFL. The winner of the Heisman Trophy as the outstanding college player of 1968, O.J. led the nation with 1,709 yards rushing on 355 carries for a 4.8 yard average. Also scored 22 touchdowns. Buffalo's and pro football's #1 draft choice for 1969. OT.C.a.
O,J. has made numerous T.V. appearances.
An awesome physical specimen, Junior has superb combination of size, speed and strength. He's an explosive hitter who holds his ground at the point of attack. Junior was unanimous All-American and All-PAC 10 Conference choice at USC in 1989. He had 19 QB Sacks last year.
1935 National Chicle Set (Football)
Bronko Nagurski, former Minnesota fullback now with the Chicago Bears, is perhaps the best known professional football player still active in the game. Twice All-American in college, he has since won All-National pro honors five times in succession. A product of the wheat farm country, he still works the soil between action on the football field and professional wrestling mat. He is one of the few players versatile enough to play any position on the team without losing his effectiveness. He is as much a tradition to Minnesota football today as Red Grange is to Illinois.
He hit 'em with the Dirty Bird. After scoring on a 7-yard pass against the 49ers in Week 6 of 2022, Pitts revived the Falcons' famous touchdown celebration in honor of his first score of 2022. The tight end's third-quarter score wrapped up the scoring in Atlanta's 28-14 win in front of the home fans.
1967 Philadelphia Set (Football)
After being the Packers' first pick for '61, Herb gained his 4th straight All-Pro selection in '66. He added 4 interceptions and 125 yards returned to his 25 previous steals scoring his 5th TD. He also returns kickoffs.
When was Herb captain of M.S.U.'s football team?
One of the smartest defenders in the game, Joe puts up a "No Trespassing" sign in the Lions' secondary. He can diagnose plays brilliantly and is rarely out of position.
1967 Philadelphia Set (Football)
The Cards were in contention for the Eastern Division Crown last season, but fell by the wayside. They ended the season in fourth place with 8 wins, 5 losses and 1 tie. They led the NFL in PRS with an 86 yard TD, in KORS with a 94 yard TD.
OFFSIDE, ENCROACHING or FREE KICK VIOLATION. Hands on hips.
Larry is equally adept at either rushing the passer or dropping back into a coverage zone. Had his best season in 1974 figuring on 52 tackles with 2 blocked passes & 3 QB sacks.
The leading rusher in Green Bay Packers history? Jim Taylor.
Tough is the best word to describe Art. He can pound away at the enemy all afternoon and still be full of fight when the game-ending gun goes off. As a tackler, he seldom misses.
Which team scored the most consecutive shutouts?
2024 Panini Prestige Set (Football)
Warren did not start a game over his first two seasons. Yet he became one of the most valuable Steelers, accounting for more than 1,700 yards from scrimmage from 2022-23. He's a ball-carrier and pass-catcher (second on the team in rushing and catches in '23), blocker and pass-protector who has everyone's back.