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May 06

May 06 | Football history and related events that occurred in the month of June
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"Who Was Weeb Ewbank & What Did He Accomplish?"

Last updated 📅 2025-05-05
Enjoy a dip back into our archives of daily podcasts where chat about the exciting history of football that occurred on May 6.

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"Pat Harder A Badger's Football Journey to the Hall of Fame"

Last updated 📅 2024-05-06
While the annals of professional football history are filled with the names of legendary quarterbacks, running backs, and wide receivers, there also exist countless stories of talented players who, for various reasons, never quite reached the pinnacle of the sport. Pat Harder is one such player. This essay explores Harder's football journey, examining his early promise, professional experiences, and the factors that may have shaped his career trajectory.
Born May 6, 1922, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Wisconsin Badgers fullback from the era of 1941 to 1942, Pat Harder. The FootballFoundation.org reflects on the unique cheer that the Wisconsin faithful would yell in unison from the stands, "Hit 'em again - Harder!..
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"Tom Cousineau an Ohio State Tackling Machine"

Last updated 📅 2024-05-06
Born May 6, 1957 - Fairview Park, Ohio - Tom Cousineau the Ohio State Buckeye linebacker from 1975 to 1978 was born into the world. The NFF says that Tom was credited with 569 career tackles which are second all-time in Ohio State history.
At the time of this writing Tom still holds six school records, setting marks for single-season tackles and solo tackles during his senior campaign. When Cousineau left Ohio State he was the school’s leader in nearly every tackling category!..
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"Weeb Ewbank Hall of Fame Head Coach"

Last updated 📅 2024-02-07
Born May 6, 1907, in Richmond, Indiana, was the only coach that won World Championships in both the AFL and the NFL, Weeb Ewbank. Think about that for a second, and couple it with the fact that he accepted his first head coaching job at the age of 47, and what a small window that was to accomplish so much!
Weeb’s 1958 and 1959 Baltimore Colts won the NFL Title in both seasons, and the New York Jets that Ewbank led won Super Bowl III! Ponder that, His Teams won the Greatest Game Ever Played and the Namath’s Promise of the Jets upsetting the Colts!..
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"On This Gridiron Day May 6 Football History"

American football enthusiasts, history buffs, and trivia seekers, get ready to delve into the captivating past of America's most beloved sport! This series of posts will journey through the annals of time, uncovering significant American football events that have unfolded on May 6th throughout history. From pivotal player milestones and groundbreaking announcements to memorable game outcomes and league-shaping decisions, we'll explore the moments that have contributed to the rich tapestry of the gridiron.
Join us as we shine a spotlight on the surprising connections between this seemingly ordinary date and the extraordinary world of American football. Whether you're a die-hard fan eager to expand your knowledge or simply curious about the historical threads woven into the fabric of the game, this series promises to deliver intriguing insights and fascinating stories. Stay tuned as we kick off this historical exploration, revealing the unforgettable American football happenings linked to May 6th! American football enthusiasts, history buffs, and trivia seekers, get ready to delve into the captivating past of America's most beloved sport! This series of posts will journey through the annals of time, uncovering significant American football events that have unfolded on May 6th throughout history...

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