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.
July 20
July 20 | 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!
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"July 20 Gridiron Echoes: Birthdays, Blockbusters, and Controversies"
Football fans, delve into the past! July 20 is etched in NFL history. From legendary trades that shook the league to record-breaking performances on the gridiron, exciting moments unfolded on this very day. We'll explore game-changing events, iconic players who dominated the field, and pivotal decisions that altered the course of franchises. So, buckle up and get ready to revisit the fascinating stories that make NFL history so captivating!
"Simpson Declares Innocence Offers Reward"
Last updated 📅 2025-07-20
July 20, 1994 - Former NFL RB O.J. Simpson offers a $500,000 reward for information/evidence given for the killer of his wife, Nicole.
This high-profile court case was well documented and made headlines throughout much of the 1990s.
"Charles Woodson And His Heisman Leap Into the NFL"
Last updated 📅 2025-07-20
July 20, 1998 - Heisman Trophy winner Charles Woodson from Michigan signed his rookie contract with the Raiders after he was chosen with the fourth overall selection in the 1998 NFL Draft, according to NFL.com.
"Lions Ink New Deal With Barry Sanders"
Last updated 📅 2025-07-20
July 20, 1997 - The Detroit Lions re-signed Hall of Fame running back Barry Sanders to a 6-year, $33.5 million contract extension.
According to NFL.com, Sanders only played 2 seasons under this contract before, at the age of 30, the former Oklahoma State star retired from playing football in 1998.
Those two season of the contract that he did play he led NFL with 2,053 rush yards in 1997 which was the fourth highest rushing total for a season in League history and he was chosen with Packers Quarterback Brett Favre to be Co-MVP of the NFL after that same season.
Find more photos and a Big thanks to the image above courtesy of NFL Past Players - Barry Sanders
"Dan Rooney Hall of Fame Owner and Contributor"
Last updated 📅 2025-07-20
July 20, 1932 - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania - Dan Rooney, a Pro Football Hall of Fame class of 2000 enshrined former owner of the Pittsburgh Steelers, was born.
"Dick Stanfel Lions Standout Guard"
Last updated 📅 2025-07-20
"Bobby Hebert USFL Star QB"
Last updated 📅 2025-07-20
USFL Gave Hebert Needed Exposure
The article discussed the mass exodus of USFL players who were terminating their contracts enmass with the cash strapped United States Football League and in particular star Oakland Invaders Quarterback Bobby Hebert was one that was talking quite a bit about it.
Check out a full USFL player profile of Hebert at: USFL Bobby Hebert by Jeff Pearlman
Other USFL players such as Joe Cribbs of the Birmingham Stallions, Herschel Walker and Doug Flutie and many more were all in negotiations with NFL clubs.
"Pa Corbin Early Yale Leader"
Last updated 📅 2025-07-20
July 20, 1864 - Hartford, Connecticut - William "Pa" Corbin was a center on the 1886 through 1888 Yale University teams and played so well that he earned his spot in the College Football Hall of Fame in 1969.
"Jason Taylor Traded"
Last updated 📅 2025-07-19
July 20, 2008 - A monster trade went down when the Miami Dolphins traded future Hall of Fame pass rusher Jason Taylor to Washington for two draft picks. The NFL.com website states that the 2006 AP Defensive Player of the Year played just one season with the D.C. team before being waived in 2009.
Taylor then rejoined the Dolphins' roster for the 2009 & 2011 seasons and squeezed in a one-season cup of coffee with the New York Jets in 2010, in between.
For an in-depth story on this player check out [url=https://www.profootballhistory.com/jason-taylor/]What Happened To Jason Taylor? (Complete Story) by Pro Football History.com[/url
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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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