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This Day in American Football History

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.
EVENTDAY | April 29 | WHAT INNOVATION PUT THE RIDDELL SPORTING GOODS COMPANY IN BUSINESS? YOU MAY BE SURPRISED!
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"On This Gridiron Day April 29"

April 29th holds a notable place in the timeline of American football, though it may not be as prominently celebrated as dates marking Super Bowls or championship games. Its significance lies primarily in the occurrence of the NFL Draft on or around this date in various years.
The NFL Draft is a pivotal event where college players find their professional homes, shaping the future of NFL franchises. This day has witnessed the selections of future Hall of Famers, game-changing talents, and potential franchise saviors. While the draft dominates the April 29th gridiron narrative, it's essential to acknowledge that the broader history of American football is rich and varied, encompassing rule changes, legendary careers, and transformative moments that have occurred throughout the calendar. Therefore, while specific landmark events on April 29th might be less frequent, its connection to the NFL Draft makes it an important date in the ongoing story of professional football in America. April 29th holds a notable place in the timeline of American football, though it may not be as prominently celebrated as dates marking Super Bowls or championship games...
EVENTDAY | April 29

"The 1986 NFL Draft"

The 1986 NFL Draft holds a distinctive place in professional football history, marked by a Heisman Trophy winner's standoff, a future Hall of Fame receiver slipping down the draft board, and a mix of successes and disappointments among the first round of selections. Held on April 29-30, 1986, the draft saw the Tampa Bay Buccaneers select Bo Jackson with the first overall pick, a pick clouded by Jackson's declaration that he would not sign with the team.
Jackson's situation was unique. A phenomenal athlete, he excelled in both football and baseball. His refusal to sign with Tampa Bay stemmed from a dispute with the team's owner, Hugh Culverhouse, which led to Jackson being ruled ineligible to play college baseball...

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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 _________________________

Sports Jersey Dispatch
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. _________________________