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EVENTDAY | July 12

"Rams Sign Future Hall of Famer"

Last updated 📅 2025-07-11

July 12, 1949 - The LA Rams sign Quarterback Norm Van Brocklin to a contract.

Van Brocklin, along with fellow QB Bon Waterfield helped make the Rams one of the most potent offenses in Pro Football history!

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  • EVENTDAY: July 12
  • FOOTBALL NAME: Norm Van Brocklin
  • FOOTBALL TEAM: Los Angeles Rams
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