In this edition of the Football History Headlines, we discuss one to the greatest halfbacks in UNC history and probably the top QBs in Univ of Texas history as well as many more Hall of Fame Legendary stories.
As we flip the calendar page, we delve into another chapter of pigskin history. From legendary comebacks that defied the odds to record-breaking performances that left fans speechless, remarkable moments unfolded on this very date. So, buckle up and get ready to relive iconic plays, celebrate trailblazing athletes, and revisit the captivating stories that continue to shape the ever-evolving narrative of professional football. Let's lace up our cleats and journey back in time to witness the incredible feats that transpired on this historic day in the NFL!
May 18
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Football History for May 18
May 18, 2003 - Munster, Indiana - The Newspaper.com Football History Headline of the Day shows the Times from Munster, Indiana posted an article titled “Johnson and Johnson were Munster’s Finest.” The piece goes on to discuss two brothers, Keith and Larry Johnson that hailed from ole Munster High were being inducted into the Indiana Football Hall of Fame after each having a brilliant gridiron career at the University of Michigan.
Larry Johnson graduated from Munster High School in 1970 played in the North-South All Star game and caught a 60 TD pass to help his team win then went on to the Wolverines and helped them attain three Big 10 Championships accumulating a record 30-2-1.
Keith Johnson, Larry’s younger brother graduated from Munster in 1972 and went on to catch eight or nine passes in the Orange Bowl according to a quote from their Michigan Head Coach Bo Schembechler. It’s no wonder that this pair of siblings was inducted into the Indiana Football Hall of Fame!
Hall of Fame Birthdays for May 18
Here are some bios on birthday boys that are either in the College Football Hall of Fame or the Pro Football Hall of Fame that were born on this day. There is plenty more about them to read by either clicking their high-lighted name or at the top of this page clicking the "On This Day in Football History" and going to May 18 Football History.
May 18, 1924 - Asheville, North Carolina - North Carolina Tarheel halfback of 1946 through 1949, Charlie Justice was born. Justice’s collegiate football records are celebrated in the College Football Hall of Fame after his induction in 1961. Justice after college took his game to the pro level where he played for the Washington Redskins 1950-54.
May 18, 1983 - Houston, Texas - Vince Young who was the University of Texas Longhorn’s dual threat quarterback from 2003 to 2005 celebrates his date of birth. The College Football Hall of Fame proudly placed a display in honor of Vince Young into their legendary museum in 2019. The Tennessee Titans selected Young with the third overall pick in the 2006 NFL Draft, and he played six seasons in the league with the Titans and Philadelphia Eagles.
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The picture in the banner above is from the US Library of Congress' collection and was contributed by Marion Post Wilcott circa November 1939 and is titled "Kay Kyser and cheerleader cheering for North Carolina team at Duke University-North Carolina football game. Durham, North Carolina ."
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