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HALL OF FAME RUSHER REACHES MILESTONE
Lewis changed everything about the franchise in Baltimore and created the blueprint for the "Ravens mentality" in the eyes of former defensive line coach Anthony Weaver. "Every single person who has stepped in that building since tries to live up to that standard," Weaver said of the legendary linebacker.
Chicago, a late bloomer in '65, finished 3rd in the Western Conference. They won 9 and lost 5, ending the season with a total of 409 points earned against 275 for their competition. In percentage points, they had .643 in the win column.
Coming off a season in which he produced career highs in both catches (42) and receiving yards (654). Timpson entered 1994 with a starting job secured for the first time in his career. He competed as a sprinter in 1988 Olympic Trials.
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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).
FOOTBALL TRIVIA
Q: Before the Eagles moved to Philadelphia, what was their name?
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Third in the league last year in pass re- ceptions, Lionel has perhaps the finest hands in football. No catch is considered impossible for this star. He has excellent leadership qualities and is highly respected both as a player and by many teammates and opponents.
Lionel led the league in pass receptions from 1960 to 1963.
PLAYER SPOTLIGHT
It was a banner year for Ron and his linemates as they powered the Eagles to the number-one rushing ranking. The season got off to a bad start for Heller when he lost his starting job at right tackle, but he didn't sit for long, moving in at left tackle after the second game to replace injured starter Matt Darwin. In the Eagles 31-13 win over the Giants, Ron limited Lawrence Taylor to two tackles and no sacks.
VINTAGE SPOTLIGHT
Johnny is a speedy, hard runner, and very touch to bring down in the open field. He averaged 4.5 yards from scrimmage and ranked 2nd in the loop in punt runbacks in '60.
Few players have produced a better five-year stretch than what Dickerson accomplished during his run with the Rams from 1983-87. The goggle-wearing running back galloped to three rushing titles and four First Team All-Pro selections, averaging 111.5 yards in his 65 games with Los Angeles.
New Orleans simply had no answer for McConkey in Week 8 of 2024. The rookie wideout secured all six of his targets and churned out 111 yards for his first 100-yard game in the NFL. The second-round selection highlighted the day with a pair of touchdowns as Los Angeles sailed to a 26-8 victory.
For the second straight year, George led the Jets in pass receptions. In '67 his 75 catches topped the American Football League.
George was the Jets MVP in '66.
RETRO CORNER
One of the all-time great quarterbacks in professional football, Johnny holds the National Football League record with 2272 completed passes. The fancy flinger set a Colt record with 255 pass completions in one season, back in 1967.
John holds a record by throwing T.D. passes in 47 consecutive games.
An outstanding end from Texas Christian who after graduation joined the Yanks in 1946. Has been a regular defensive end, and has seen service as a defensive halfback. Has exceptional speed. Blocks well, and is known for sharp tackling. After receiving All-American honors in 1942, Bruce joined the Army Air Corps. Pilot with rank of 1st lieutenant. Flew 35 missions with the 8th Air Force.
Getting off the field on third down is imperative for defenses. Excelling at keeping drives short, the Utes consistently snuffed out plays and ended possessions in 2023. Especially Bishop. The safety had a nose for the football, coming downhill and tying the team-high with 9.5 third-down stops.
Jeffires tied teammate Drew Hill for the AFC receiving title with 74 receptions last season. His 1,048 receiving yards and 14.2 average led the squad. Haywood had a sensational game with nine receptions for 245 yards against Kansas City. He earned second team All-NFL honors from the National.
Haywood caught a career high 74 receptions in 1990.
MODERN ERA
Lions fans know exactly what to expect when Hutchinson makes his much-anticipated return in 2025: One of the game's fastest-rising DEs will take his game to the next level. Over the course of five games in 2024, he showed off elite skills, racking up an awesome 7.5 sacks in that narrow window.
The Colts regular quarterback in 1968 due to John Unitas' bad elbow, Earl not only won the NFL passing title, but was named the loop's MVP. Engineered the Colts to a regular season record of 13 wins and one loss, to the Coastal Division title, the Western Conference crown and the NFL championship. An All-America quarterback at Michigan State.
Jerry is big, powerful, and versatile. Capable at guard and tackle, he is primarily used as the offensive center. He uses his huge frame to great advantage by keeping enemy players out of Denver's backfield. Unusually fast for a man of his size, Jerry very often leads the way for the ball carriers. Jerry carries out his assignments with rugged determination.
Jerry played 3 years with the Calgary Stampeders in Canada.
80s-90s ERA
Jerry caught NFL's longest TD Pass of 1988, a 96-Yarder at San Diego, November 27. He set Super Bowl record with 215 Receiving Yards vs. Bengals, 1-22-89.
We're not sure what's more impressive, that Jefferson sets higher and higher bars for himself each year, or that he keeps clearing them. The First Team All-Pro had a ridiculous 1,806 receiving yards in 2022. Along the way, he broke the Vikings' single-season record of 1,632 set by Hall of Famer Randy Moss.
By displaying tremendous ability throughout the season, Lou was elected to the Pro Bowl Team in '56. He's a defensive 'Rock of Gibraltar' and is one of the toughest men in the league to tangle with. In '53 and '54 he was sidelined with painful injuries that threatened his career. But Lou bounced back and in '55 was All Pro.
Lew was the Most Valuable Player in the '51 College All-Star game. He has starred in 2 straight Pro Bowl contests.
One of the game's most respected veterans, Billy was originally drafted #3 by the Los Angeles Rams back in 1957. The defensive tackle played with the Pittsburgh Steelers before he was acquired by the Colts in 1961. Billy played in the '64 NFL title game.
Billy retired in in 1963 but he returned in 1964.
CLASSIC vs. MODERN
CLASSIC ERA
Rudy was the NFL's 13th leading passer last year, tossing 309 and completing 147. He threw for 1858 yards and 10 TDs including an 80 yard TD. Rudy has an NFL record, 13 straight completions and has been a League passing champ.
MODERN ERA
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.
Rosie was picked on the East All Pro Squad for the second straight time last year. He can tear a defensive line to tatters with ease and played a big part in helping the Giants to the Championship in '56. Rosie is considered one of football's most unexpected pleasures, being an unheralded player when he first reported to N.Y.
Rosey was a college heavyweight wrestler. He's great at downfield blocking.