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.
March 22
March 22 | This Day in American Football History
Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer
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"Ross Browner Standout Defensive End"
Last updated 📅 2025-03-22
In Warren, Ohio, Ross Browner, born on March 22, 1954, cemented a legacy as one of football's most dominant defensive forces. His journey, marked by collegiate triumph and professional grit, etched his name into the annals of the sport.
"Billy Vessels Oklahoma Sooner's 1st Heisman Winner"
Last updated 📅 2025-03-22
Born March 22, 1931, in Cleveland, Oklahoma, was Billy Vessels, the fine halfback from the Oklahoma Sooners.
"Russell Maryland Legendary Defensive Tackle"
Last updated 📅 2025-03-22
Russell Maryland, born on March 22, 1969, in Chicago, Illinois, carved out a distinguished football career marked by collegiate dominance and professional success.
"Art Poe College Football Hall of Fame Princeton player"
Last updated 📅 2025-03-22
Born March 22, 1879, in Baltimore, Maryland, was Art Poe, the great end of Princeton University. According to some accounts, he was poetry in motion; after all, he was the nephew of the famous writer Edgar Allen Poe.
"Jimbo Covert College and Pro Football Hall of Fame Offensive Lineman"
Last updated 📅 2025-03-22
Jimbo Covert, born on March 22, 1960, in Conway, Pennsylvania, forged a legendary career as an offensive tackle, leaving an indelible mark on both college and professional football.
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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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