Tag: Pro Football History

How did Dick Night Train Lane get his nickname? There are many versions to the story.

How Dick “Night Train” Lane Got His Nickname

Chicago Cardinals

How Dick “Night Train” Lane Got His Nickname

How the Philadelphia Eagles got their name.

How the Philadelphia Eagles Were Named

Bert Bell

How the Philadelphia Eagles Were Named

Tom-Brady-George-Blanda-Oldest-NFL-QB-1

Oldest Quarterback in the NFL

1970s Oakland Raiders

Oldest Quarterback in the NFL

Dave Wilcox 49ers LB Interview

1964 NFL Draft

Dave Wilcox 49ers LB Interview

Hugh McElhenny tells the story of playing for the San Francisco 49ers Million Dollar Backfield and how he got the nickname "The King".

“The King” of The 49ers Million Dollar Backfield

1952 NFL Draft

“The King” of The 49ers Million Dollar Backfield

Bob Griese tells the story of how he recovered from an ankle injury that was similar to Dak Prescott's ankle injury.

Bob Griese and Dak Prescott Returned from Similar Injuries

1972 Miami Dolphins

Bob Griese and Dak Prescott Returned from Similar Injuries

Gabe Rivera was known as Senor Sack.

Senor Sack: Gabriel Rivera

1970s Pittsburgh Steelers

Senor Sack: Gabriel Rivera

Packers wide receiver Boyd Dowler tells the story of being on active army duty during the 1961 NFL championship game.

Packers Players on Active Army Duty During the 1961 Season

1961 NFL Championship Game

Packers Players on Active Army Duty During the 1961 Season

The Houston Oilers were a beloved team during the 1978 and 1979 Luv Ya Blue Era.

Why Are the Houston Oilers So Loved Despite Never Winning a Super Bowl?

1978 AFC Championship

Why Are the Houston Oilers So Loved Despite Never Winning a Super Bowl?