Step onto the gridiron of history as we explore significant football moments occurring on this calendar date. From the foundational days of college play to crucial developments in the professional leagues, this date marks key milestones, player legacies, and pivotal events shaping the game we know today.
April 25
April 25 | This Day in American Football History
Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer
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"2009 NFL Draft"
Last updated 📅 2025-04-25
The 2009 NFL Draft, held from April 25-26, 2009, at Radio City Music Hall in New York City, stands as a notable event in NFL history. This draft produced several players who went on to have significant careers, though the list of Pro Football Hall of Famers is still developing.
- EVENTDAY: April 25
- FOOTBALL: NFL Draft
- OTHER: Aaron Curry, Andre Smith, B.J. Raji, Clay Matthews III, Darrius Heyward-Bey, Eugene Monroe, Jason Smith, Mark Sanchez, Matthew Stafford, Michael Crabtree, Tyson Jackson
- EVENTDAY: April 25
- PODCAST: Football
"1973 Season of Changes"
Last updated 📅 2025-04-25
April 25, 1974 - Sweeping NFL Rules reform The Newspapers.com Football History Headline of the day comes from the April 26, 1974 edition of the Miami Herald, which has a boldface heading, "NFL Brings In Sudden Death; Changes Rules For Field Goals!" The Herald Wire Service is talking about an April 25 NFL rules meeting in New York City where the League responded to criticism of safety and sagging offenses. The sweeping changes were to first move the goalposts from the goal line to the end line and adopt sudden-death overtime for all regular and exhibition games. Another rule that made a difference was that a missed field goal would either be returned to the 20-yard line or to the previous line of scrimmage, whichever was further from the goal line for the next series to start. Walking out of the meetings, Commissioner Pete Rozelle said, "I am extremely pleased. I felt the coaches were doing too good of a job with defenses. This should make things interesting."
- EVENTDAY: April 25
- FOOTBALL: Rules Evolution
- PROFOOTBALL: 1973
"Randy Cross' Hall of Fame Career"
Last updated 📅 2025-04-25
Undersized yet remarkably strong, Randy Cross defied expectations to become one of college football's most dominant guards and centers, culminating in a stellar NFL career that cemented his place in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. In this edition, we explore Cross' gridiron journey, from overcoming early challenges to becoming a champion and a legend.
- EVENTDAY: April 25
- FOOTBALL NAME: Randy Cross
- FOOTBALL POSITION: Center, Guard
- FOOTBALL TEAM: San Francisco 49ers, UCLA Bruins
- NCAAF JERSEY: Number 51
- NFL JERSEY: Number 51, Number 62
- SPORTS: College Football Hall of Fame
"1993 NFL Draft"
Last updated 📅 2025-04-25
The 1993 NFL Draft, held from April 25-26 at the Marriott Marquis in New York City, stands as a significant moment in professional football history. This draft marked a transition, notably being the first to reduce the number of rounds from twelve to eight, a change that altered the landscape of player selection. While every draft holds the promise of future stars, the 1993 class delivered an exceptional array of talent, with several players leaving an indelible mark on the league and earning enshrinement in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
- EVENTDAY: April 25
- FOOTBALL: NFL Draft
- PROFOOTBALL: 1993
"2013 NFL Draft"
Last updated 📅 2025-04-25
The 2013 NFL Draft, held at Radio City Music Hall in New York City from April 25-27, is often viewed with a critical lens. While it didn't produce a large number of immediate superstars, it did yield some very good NFL players, including some who are still playing at a high level.
- EVENTDAY: April 25
- FOOTBALL: NFL Draft
- OTHER: 2013 NFL Draft, College Football, Darius Slay, DeAndre Hopkins, Draft, Draft Analysis, Eric Fisher, Football, Football Players, Keenan Allen, Lane Johnson, Le'Veon Bell, NFL, NFL History, NFL Prospects, NFL Season, NFL Teams, Player Evaluation, Professional Football, Rookies, Travis Kelce
"On This Gridiron Day April 25"
April's gridiron history is rich with transformative moments, including a season of changes and numerous draft days. A celebrated tackle's journey began, ultimately leading to gridiron immortality.
- EVENTDAY: April 25
- FOOTBALL MONTH: April History
"Calvin Roberts Coll Football Hall of Fame Tackle"
Last updated 📅 2025-04-25
Calvin Roberts was a dominant American football tackle who left an indelible mark on the sport, particularly at the collegiate level. Born on May 25, 1927, in Hector, Minnesota, Roberts showcased his exceptional talent at Gustavus Adolphus College from 1949 to 1952.
- EVENTDAY: April 25
- FOOTBALL NAME: Calvin Roberts
- FOOTBALL POSITION: Tackle
- NCAAF JERSEY: Number 54
- SPORTS: College Football Hall of Fame
"2019 NFL Draft"
Last updated 📅 2025-04-25
The 2019 NFL Draft, held in Nashville, Tennessee, from April 25-27, was a significant event that showcased a wealth of talent and potential. This draft class has already begun to make its mark on the league, with several players emerging as key contributors and future stars. It's still early to definitively assess its long-term impact, especially concerning Hall of Fame potential, but the foundation for a very impactful class is there.
- EVENTDAY: April 25
- FOOTBALL: NFL Draft
- OTHER: 2019 NFL Draft, College Football, Daniel Jones, Devin White, Draft, Draft Analysis, Football, Football Players, Josh Allen, Kyler Murray, NFL, NFL History, NFL Prospects, NFL Season, NFL Teams, Nick Bosa, Player Evaluation, Professional Football, Quinnen Williams, Rookies
"2024 NFL Draft"
Last updated 📅 2025-04-25
The 2024 NFL Draft, held in Detroit, Michigan, from April 25-27, 2024, marked the beginning of a new era in professional football. With teams vying for top talent to bolster their rosters, the draft showcased a diverse array of prospects from across the nation.
- EVENTDAY: April 25
- FOOTBALL: NFL Draft
- OTHER: 2024 NFL Draft, Caleb Williams, College Football, Draft Analysis, Drake Maye, Football, Jayden Daniels, Marvin Harrison Jr., NFL, NFL Draft, NFL Prospects, NFL Teams, Pro Football, Rookies, Sports
- PROFOOTBALL: 2024
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Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer
We invite you to take a ride through 1920's sports history in the audio drama that takes the listener through the sounds and legendary events of the era through the eyes of a young newspaper journalist. You will feel like you were there!
Brought to you by Number 80 Productions and Pigskin Dispatch
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If you like remembering players of the NFL by their numbers then you may also enjoy going uniform number by number in othre team sports as well. We have it for you on our other website in baseball, basketball, hockey and more on the Sports Jersey Dispatch.
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