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March 28 Football History

Memories of the past are not always happy occasions. March 28 seems to involve more sadness than happiness...

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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"March 28 Football History"

Memories of the past are not always happy occasions. March 28 seems to involve more sadness than happiness in terms of the significant events of the gridiron.

We lost a few legends, and the city lost its franchise and even part of its identity. As often occurs from the ashes, we can remember the good times and the accomplishments of those who are gone and appreciate the contributions to the game.

This day marks special occasions for some of the game's most revered figures. We celebrate the individuals whose talent and dedication have left an indelible mark on the sport. Join us as we reflect on the contributions and milestones that continue to inspire football fans nationwide, keeping the spirit of the game alive.

  • EVENTDAY: March 28
  • FOOTBALL LEAGUE: USFL
  • FOOTBALL MONTH: March History
  • FOOTBALL NAME: Sonny Werblin
  • FOOTBALL TEAM: Baltimore Colts, Denver Gold, Indianapolis Colts, New York Jets
  • NFL JERSEY: Number 00
  • HASHTAGS: #March28 #USFL #MarchHistory #SonnyWerblin #BaltimoreColts #DenverGold #IndianapolisColts #NewYorkJets #Number00

EVENTDAY | March 28

"Jets Are Ready For Take Off"

March 28, 1963 – Sonny Werblin leads a group that purchases the AFL's New York Titans from original owner Harry Wismer. Werblin and company promptly changed the team name to the New York Jets on April 15.
Sonny Werblin's tenure as the owner of the New York Jets, from 1963 to 1968, was a transformative and often flamboyant period that fundamentally altered the franchise's trajectory and the landscape of 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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