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Appreciate the Pigskin's Past

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.

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"March 29 Football History"

In what could be a gridiron paradise of events, March 29 holds the key to some significant American football history. In this episode of Football History Headlines, we discuss Tyler Rose, the Browns' name change, the story of one of the famed Four Horsemen, one of the top defensive backs and return men to have ever suited up, Emlen Tunnell, and many more Hall of Fame Legendary stories.

March 29th holds a unique place in the annals of American football history. While the traditional season is months away, this late-winter date has witnessed pivotal moments shaping the sport we know today. From foundational decisions impacting beloved franchises to the arrival of future legends, the energy of football's past resonates even in the off-season. Across the decades, March 29th has marked significant organizational shifts and the welcoming of individuals who would leave an indelible mark on the game. These are stories of teams taking bold new paths, forever altering their destinies and the league landscape. Additionally, this date has seen the birth of men whose exceptional talent and dedication would ultimately earn them football's highest honor, their legacies enshrined in the Hall of Fame...

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Football History

"Sweet 16: The Expanded NFL Schedule"

Last updated 📅 2025-03-29

On March 29, 1977, the NFL adopted the 16-game regular season and four-game preseason schedule that began in the 1978 season.

Before this decision, the NFL had worked on a 14-game schedule since 1961, which it retained until switching to a 16-game schedule in 1978. The NFL regular season schedule has expanded from 12 games to 14, then 16, and a new CBA passed in 2020 voted to adopt a 17-game regular season...

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Football History

"Jimmy Johnson Leaves Cowboys Post"

Last updated 📅 2025-03-29

March 29, 1994 - Coach Jimmy Johnson resigns as head Coach of the Dallas Cowboys. Johnson left the Cowboys because of a feud with owner Jerry Jones. Johnson coached five seasons in Dallas, made the playoffs in his last three seasons, and walked away from the Cowboys after winning back-to-back Super Bowls of Super Bowl XXVII and Super Bowl XXVIII.

Johnson at first signed on to work on Fox Network's pregame show. He took a hiatus from the talking head position to jump back into NFL coaching with the Dolphins. Johnson, after a two-year hiatus, was the head coach of the Miami Dolphins from 1996 to 1999...

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Football History

"New Town, New NFL Identity. Browns Never more, Never More"

Last updated 📅 2025-03-29

March 29, 1996, marked the official naming ceremony for Baltimore's new NFL team, directly resulting from Art Modell's controversial decision to relocate his Cleveland Browns. Amidst a flurry of legal battles and heartbroken fans in Cleveland, Modell stood with Baltimore officials, unveiling the team's moniker: the Ravens.

This move announced months earlier, had sent shockwaves through the football world. Citing financial difficulties and Cleveland Stadium's inadequacy, Modell secured a lucrative deal to bring NFL football back to Baltimore, a city still smarting from the Colts' departure years earlier...

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College HOF

"Don Miller Football Hall of Fame Back"

Last updated 📅 2024-03-29

Don Miller, often overshadowed by his flashier teammates in Notre Dame's legendary "Four Horsemen" backfield, was nonetheless a crucial figure in the team's dominance during the early 1920s. This essay explores Miller's impactful career, examining his role within the backfield, his exceptional running style, and his lasting influence on Notre Dame football history.

Here, we delve into the career of Don Miller, a force of nature on the field and a crucial component of the Fighting Irish's historic dominance in the early 1920s. Get ready to discover the power, efficiency, and unwavering dedication that made Don Miller a true legend in his own right...

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College HOF

"Jim Bausch"

Last updated 📅 2024-03-29

College Football Hall of Fame halfback of the Kansas Jayhawks. He was also a member of the 1932 US Olympic Decathlon team.

Jim Bausch was a remarkable athlete whose talents extended far beyond the football field. Originally hailing from Kansas, he showcased his athletic prowess at both Wichita State and the University of Kansas...

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Football Hall of Fame

"Emlen Tunnell A Gridiron Giant Forged in College and the Pros"

Last updated 📅 2024-03-28

Born March 29, 1924, in Bryn Mawr, Pennsyllvania, Emlen Tunnell's legacy in football transcends his impressive statistics. He was a pioneer, a force on the field, and a symbol of perseverance. This essay explores Tunnell's journey, from his unconventional college career to his dominance in the professional ranks, highlighting the impact he left on the game.

✦ College Career Tunnell's path to gridiron glory wasn't a traditional one. He began at the University of Toledo in 1942, but his education was interrupted by World War II. Serving in the Coast Guard, Tunnell displayed his bravery by jumping into frigid waters to save a fellow sailor, a testament to his character and selflessness...

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Football Hall of Fame

"Earl Campbell The Tyler Rose"

Last updated 📅 2023-03-29

Born March 29, 1955, in Tyler, Texas, was Earl Campbell the powerful back of the Texas Longhorns from 1974 through 1977. His nickname forever ties him to his hometown as Earl is still called "the Tyler Rose" as he pounded out big gains at the University of Texas.

The NFF says he rushed for 4,443 yards. This was the fifth highest total of all time when he retired. His rushing covered 928 yards as a freshman, 1118 as a sophomore, 653 as a junior (he missed four games), and 1,744 as a senior...

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